Graduate Financial Assistance

Students pursuing a Master's of Science degree in Recreation and Leisure Services Administration can expect to spend from one to two years in the graduate program. Graduate students support themselves from a variety of sources including personal savings, part-time work, student loans, and assistance by other family members. Also, a limited number of graduate fellowships, assistantships and scholarships are available from the university and from the Recreation and Leisure Services Administration program.

Students should begin the process of seeking financial assistance at least 1-year prior to the date they wish to begin the graduate program. To be eligible for assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships, students must be fully admitted to Graduate Studies at Florida State University and to the graduate program of Recreation and Leisure Services Administration. Fellowship and assistantship programs require GRE scores and the GRE test should be taken far enough in advance so that scores will be available prior to the application deadline. Also, graduate students need to complete a specific application for each award they seek.

Assistantships. Graduate assistantships are awarded on a semester-by-semester basis and provide a stipend and a partial tuition wavier for both in-state and out-of-state fees. Students serving as graduate assistants are assigned to one or more faculty members in the program to assist with duties related to undergraduate teaching, research, and public service. Availability of an assistantship should be discussed with the Graduate Coordinator. click here for Graduate assistantship application
University and College Fellowships. A fellowship provides a stipend and a tuition wavier for both in-state and out-of-state fees. Students are not required to work other than full-time study. Applications are judged by either a university or college-wide committee and are highly competitive. Availability of a fellowship should be discussed with the Graduate Coordinator. click here Finance for Prospective Graduate Students

Scholarships of the Recreation and Leisure Services Administration Program

The Recreation and Leisure Services Administration program has four scholarships available to graduate student majors. Information, eligibility requirements, and application forms can be found at the following sites:

Part-Time Employment Opportunities. Many part-time, temporary employment opportunities are available in recreation, parks, and leisure services organizations in Tallahassee and the surrounding area. Contact the Graduate Coordinator for information and referral to position openings for these and other employers: FSU's Campus Recreation; Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Department; Tallahassee YMCA; and Florida's Department of Environmental Protection-Division of Recreation and Parks.

Financial Aid. Financial Aid is available typically in the form of deferred loans or in some instances grants. Applying for loans is a complex process which requires a long lead time. This process should begin at least four months prior to the term in which you wish to have aid. For information and an application, please connect with Florida State University's: Office of Financial Aid. You may also call (850) 644-5871, or write the Office of Financial Aid, Suite 4400 University Center, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1023


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