Merit-based awards, such as fellowships, stipends, block grants, and scholarships, are managed by the School of Education. Some of these fellowships, federal training grants, or scholarships are need-based; therefore, Graduate Studies requests that all graduate students file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) for full consideration of all sources of support. The following links from the School of Education give an overview of additional funding options: