Students accepted in the Graduate Program usually receive financial aid in the form of teaching assistantships (TA’s), research assistantships (RA’s), and fellowships; those receiving teaching assistantships receive a tuition waiver. In addition, the Program provides funds to support students’ participation in meetings, workshops, and short courses. Students interested in applying to the Graduate Program are encouraged to contact faculty members with whom they share research interests to explore additional funding opportunities. Planning in advance may give enough time to US citizens to apply to the numerous available fellowships.