SU Federal Service Scholarship
Take your career to the next level with Salisbury University! As part of our commitment to making higher education accessible and affordable, we offer a Federal Service Scholarship that may be applied to select graduate programs to provide financial assistance for individuals who have been impacted by federal workforce layoffs and changes to federal funding. With proximity to Washington, D.C., SU offers this scholarship to support former federal employees and contractors seeking to advance their careers via in-demand online and education programs. Other financial aid opportunities also exist.
The following online programs are eligible for the SU Federal Service Scholarship.
| Program | Standard RATE (Per Credit Hour) | Credit Rate After Scholarship | Total Program Cost After Scholarship (Estimated) | Total Savings (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Dispute Resolution (CADR) | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$15,858 $24,930 |
$4,806 $8,694 |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | $820 | $574 | $17,220 | $7,380 |
| Master of Science in Geographic Information Science Management (GISM) | $719 | $503.30 | $17,112 | $7,334 |
| Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) | $572 | $400.40 | $14,414 | $6,178 |
| Master of Social Work (MSW) | $820 | $574 | $35,588 (Traditional) $18,368 (Advanced Standing) |
$15,252 (Traditional) $7,872 (Advanced Standing) |
| Health Care Management Post-Baccalaureate Certificate | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$5,286 $8,310 |
$1,602 $2,898 |
The following education programs are eligible for the SU Federal Service Scholarship.
| Program | standard RATE (Per Credit Hour) | Credit Rate After Scholarship | Total Program Cost After Scholarship (Estimated) | Total Savings (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction (M.Ed.) | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$14,537 $22,853 |
$4,406 $7,970 |
| Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction: Higher Education Leadership Track (M.Ed.) | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$14,537 $22,853 |
$4,406 $7,970 |
| Master of Education - Reading Specialist (M.Ed.) | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$14,537 $22,853 |
$4,406 $7,970 |
| Master of Education - Education Leadership (M.Ed.) | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$14,537 $22,853 |
$4,406 $7,970 |
| Education Leadership Post-Master's Certificate | $445 (in-state) $805 (out-of-state) |
$311.50 $563.50 |
$7,929 $12,465 |
$2,403 $4,347 |
| Doctor of Education in Literacy Studies (Ed.D.) | $805 | $563.50 | $32,120 | $13,766 |
*Tuition and fees rates are subject to Maryland Board of Regents approval. Estimated total program cost includes fees.
Students who enroll in an on-campus program (not online) and are from a neighboring state outside of Maryland may be eligible for the Good Neighbors Graduate Scholarship in addition to the SU Federal Service Scholarship. Please visit the Financing Graduate School webpage for additional information about graduate scholarships.
Explore the Graduate School at SU
In addition to these programs, federal employees are encouraged to learn about the Graduate School at SU and explore all graduate program offerings. This includes 15 master’s degrees, 5 certificates, and 2 doctoral programs.
How to Apply
Applying to the Graduate School at SU is simple:
- Select Your Program: Explore our graduate programs and find your perfect fit.
- Complete Your Application: Applications are still being accepted!
- Submit Proof of Employment: Please provide documentation of your federal employment for 2025 (e.g., last pay stub) and proof of federal termination in 2025. Once you are admitted into your program, you will receive instructions from the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships on how to upload your documents through the Financial Aid Student Forms portal.
- Start Your Journey: Professional growth awaits at SU!
Contact Us Today!
Have questions? The Graduate School at SU is here to help you make tomorrow yours. Reach out to us at graduateadmissions@salisbury.edu or visit SU’s Graduate School webpage for more details about graduate programs.
For questions about the SU Federal Service Scholarship and to discuss additional financial aid options, contact the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at finaid@salisbury.edu.