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The Graduate School is here to help you navigate your journey throughout graduate school. That’s why our Graduate Funding Information Center (GFIC) supports current and prospective graduate students who seek sources of funding for independent research, collaborative projects, fellowships, program development, and other scholarly activities.
GFIC provides students assistance and instruction on the best use of our resources to help you find appropriate funding opportunities and craft strong applications for submission.
Recent funding announcements
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Graduate Funding Information Center RA
The Graduate School is seeking a Graduate Funding Information Center Research Assistant for academic year 2025-2026. The Graduate Funding Information Center is a resource housed within The Graduate School that assists Carolina graduate students with information about funding for research … Read more
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P.E.O. Scholar Award
The Philanthropic Education Organization (P.E.O.) is looking for women graduate students for the AY2025-2026 Scholar Award. The P.E.O. Scholar Awards are competitive, one-time merit-based awards of $25,000, intended to recognize and encourage academic excellence and achievement by women in doctoral … Read more
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UCS Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter Position
University Career Services is currently accepting applications for a Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter position. Position Location: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University Career Services Position type: Part-time (20 hours/week) Position Compensation: $25.00 per hour for 20 hours … Read more
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James J. Gallagher Dissertation Award
The James J. Gallagher Dissertation Award honors the late Jim Gallagher, who was director of the UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute from 1970 to 1987. Dr. Gallagher devoted his lengthy career to advancing policy and practice in support … Read more
Services for students
Email services
We are happy to assist our graduate students via e-mail.
Individual appointments
Students who would like to speak individually about their funding needs are welcome to schedule an appointment with a GFIC research assistant.
Identifying funding information workshops
GFIC research assistants host general workshops on searching for funding several times a semester. Departmental or in-class workshops tailored to specific disciplines are also available upon request.
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