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The Arthur A. Schomburg (Schomburg) Fellowship, funded by the SUNY Graduate Diversity Fellowship Program, is a graduate fellowship program for eligible students who will pursue graduate study on a full time basis at the University at Buffalo. The Schomburg Fellowship is intended to support high-achieving doctoral students. Recipients of Schomburg Fellowships must be new to the degree program; however, students who have previously earned a master's degree or who are currently enrolled in a master's degree program and are applying to transition into a doctoral program are eligible to receive a Schomburg Fellowship.

The George J. Mitchell Scholarship Program, named to honor former US Senator George Mitchell's pivotal contribution to the Northern Ireland peace process, is designed to introduce and connect generations of future American leaders to the island of Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to community and public service. Up to twelve Mitchell Scholars between the ages of 18 and 30 are chosen annually for one academic year of postgraduate study in any discipline offered by institutions of higher learning in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The Kobe College Corporation (KCC) Japan Education Exchange Graduate Fellowships Program was established in 1996 to support qualified PhD graduate students for research or study in Japan. The purpose of the fellowship is to support future American educators who will teach more effectively about Japan. One fellowship of $30,000 will be awarded. Applicants may affiliate with Kobe College (Kobe Jogakuin) for award year, if selected.

The James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is designed to provide a substantive work experience for students who have a serious career interest in the area of international affairs. Students who are selected will be hired to work as employees at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington, DC on a full time basis for a period of one year.

Since 1970, Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress (CSPC) fellows have traveled to Washington, D.C. to learn about leadership and governance, to share their outstanding research and to explore careers in public service. While attending the conference, the fellows participate in workshops where they present and receive peer feedback on their research projects. The fellows also have the opportunity to engage with policy experts, government officials and leaders in the legislative process. 

The SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence acknowledges students for outstanding achievements that have demonstrated the integration of SUNY excellence within many aspects of their lives such as academics, leadership, campus involvement, community service, or the arts. Students are asked to provide descriptions of their awards, honors, accomplishments and/or achievements in at least three of the primary areas. It is the highest honor bestowed upon a student by the University.

The UB Presidential Fellowship Program helps to fund outstanding graduate students. To be eligible, a nominee must be a new applicant to a PhD program and must be appointed as a full teaching, graduate or research assistant. Nominees must also have a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.40 or higher upon admission.

The Graduate Opportunity Program provides tuition assistance to EOP, HEOP and SEEK graduates who are undertaking graduate study at participating SUNY institutions. The University at Buffalo is a participating institution. This program provides in-state tuition scholarships to full-time students who are pursuing graduate or first professional degrees, excluding medical (MD), dental (DDS), pharmacy (PharmD) and law (JD), and who are determined to have exceptional need by the FAFSA and the Office of Financial Aid. Students in MD, DDS, PharmD or JD programs can be considered for the Economically Disadvantaged First Professional Study (EDPS) Program funding.

The McCall MacBain Scholarships bring together exceptional students who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles. McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master’s or professional degree at McGill University. As a McCall MacBain Scholar, you will be an active member of a diverse group of peers, mentors and advisors who value working with others to address complex challenges facing communities large and small.

Mark Diamond Research Fund (MDRF) offers grants to graduate students for research expenses during the latter stages of their thesis or dissertation research. PhD students may apply for up to $5,000, and master's and MFA students for up to $3,000.