Please be aware that we update this web page on a regular basis. Nevertheless, you should always refer to correspondence you received directly from GSAS via email for the most up-to-date stipend information that applies to you. Information about the graduate stipend for 2019-2020 was sent to students on January 30, 2019. Please refer to this letter if you have any questions about your package.
Please find below a detailed breakdown of the annual fellowship support offered to doctoral students in Humanities and Social Science departments for the 2019-20 academic year.
| Academic Year Stipend | $30,232 |
| Summer Stipend | $3,884 |
| Tuition | $47,600* |
| Health Fees/Insurance Premium | $4,808 |
| Facilities Fees | $1,044 |
| International Student Fee (if applicable) | $200 |
| Total for US Students | $87,568 |
| Total for International Students | $87,768 |
*Tuition for doctoral students registered for Residence Units. Tuition costs for students registered for Extended Residence and Matriculation and Facilities may be found on the Cost of Attendance page.
Other benefits include:
- Guaranteed Columbia housing for five academic years
- Subsidy for upgrading to 100‐level health insurance plan (students only)
- Full 90‐level health insurance coverage for eligible dependents
- Health insurance coverage while on an official medical leave
- Accommodation for Parental Responsibilities
- Child-care subsidy
- Funding to attend conferences
- GSAS International Travel Awards
- Coverage of Internet fee for students in university housing
- Printing quota upgrade when not on appointment
- Gym access during funding‐eligible years
Please be aware that we update this web page on a regular basis. Nevertheless, you should always refer to correspondence you received directly from GSAS via email for the most up-to-date stipend information that applies to you. Information about the graduate stipend for 2019-2020 was sent to students on January 30, 2019. Please refer to this letter if you have any questions about your package.