FAFSA
To apply for Federal Aid, you will need to submit the FAFSA.
Paying for graduate school
Affordability: As a private, non-profit university, Siena offers competitive tuition rates across all graduate program offerings. Students offset costs through need-based financial aid, employer tuition benefits, course waivers (case-by-case), or sponsored grant programs.
Financial Aid
Our Financial Aid office can help you apply for Federal Aid.
TEACHNY.ORG
Our partner TeachNY provides free support to anyone who’s thinking about becoming a teacher. You can access perks like 1-on-1 coaching, up to $100 in application fee reimbursements, and a chance to win a regional $1,000 scholarship!
Create a TeachNY account here before you apply to Siena University. Once you have subscribed to TeachNY and applied to Siena, submit your application fee reimbursement here and apply for the TeachNY scholarship here!
1-on-1 expert advice and group coaching sessions all about becoming a certified New York teacher.
Custom tips, how-to guides, and resume templates for applying to Siena University.
$100 fee reimbursements when it comes time to apply.
Exclusive scholarship and financial aid opportunities.
Unique resources for future educators of color.
NYS Teacher Incentive Scholarships
Interested in our Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Science in Early Childhood and Childhood Education, or already certified and getting a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages?
If so, the New York State Masters in Education Teacher Incentive Scholarship is open and accepting applications until 06/01/2026.
Post-graduation requirements: Must live in NYS and agree to teach full-time in NYS for five years in a K-12 public or charter school.
Eligibility requirements: Full-time graduate school enrollment (12+ credits) and maintain at least a 3.5 GPA.
Scholarship terms: Earn up to $5655 per semester (based on funding availability).
Note: Scholarship will convert to a 10-year student loan plus interest if you fail to fulfill your service obligation.
If you are interested in teaching a STEM discipline as part of our Master of Arts in Teaching graduate program in one of the following disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Mathematics, or Physics), then this scholarship may be a better option for you!
If so, the NYS Math and Science Teaching Incentive Program is open and accepting applications until 06/01/2026.
Similar post-graduation requirements, eligibility requirements, and terms.
Launch Your Career with a Year of Service
Are you worried about how you’re going to pay for grad school? Have you considered dedicating a year of your life to community service in your own backyard? Explore our partnership with Siena’s AmeriCorps VISTA program and consider the lifelong benefits!
Master of Social Work Funding Opportunities
Siena is proud to offer full-tuition scholarships for eligible candidates through either the Caring Gene Grant or the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation.
Questions? Email graduateadmissions@siena.edu.
Master of Science in Accounting
Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) students with a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.6 and above enrolled in 12 credit hours per semester are eligible for at least $2,000 in merit scholarship funding. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds.
Graduate Assistantships
Graduate assistantship opportunities are competitive and limited in nature. To qualify, eligible students must be admitted to a Siena University graduate program. All assistantships are posted in Handshake and accessible once a student confirms their enrollment.
Questions? Email graduateadmissions@siena.edu.