School-Based Support

Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications

Medill Awards

Questions Answered on the Medill Resource Page:

  • I am planning to take a video journalism or photojournalism class, and am concerned about having access to equipment needed. Am I able to rent equipment that I need to complete coursework at Medill?
  • I see that I will need specific software to complete multimedia projects while at Medill. How can I get access to software at a discounted rate?
  • What kind of financial support is provided to Medill students participating in a Journalism Residency?
  • Can I work while participating in my Journalism Residency?
  • Is there a way to apply for additional funding while participation in my Journalism Residency?
  • Does Medill provide financial assistance for students who participate in unpaid internships?
  • I'd like to travel to a professional journalism conference, but I am not sure how I could cover the costs. Is Medill able to provide funding or any support?
  • I am thinking about traveling abroad or pursuing international reporting opportunities. Does Medill provide support or resources in this area?

School of Communication

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Questions Answered at School of Communication Resource page:

  • Can students receive funding to conduct research through SoC?
  • Are there Federal work-study or non-Federal work study jobs available in SoC?
  • Does SoC provide financial assistance for students who participate in unpaid internships?
  • Does SoC fund any international travel opportunities for students?
  • I'd like to travel to a professional conference, but I am not sure how I could cover the costs. Is SoC able to provide funding or any support?
  • I am planning to take a Radio/Television/Film class, and am concerned about having access to equipment and computer software needed. Am I able to rent equipment that I need to complete coursework in SoC?
  • I have been invited to join Lambda Pi Eta, the Communcation honors society. Is there any support to help with membership fees and other costs?

School of Education and Social Policy (SESP)

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Questions Answered at School of Education and Social Policy Resource page:

  • I’ve heard SESP is great and I would like to talk to someone about the possibility of transferring into the School. Where do I go?
  • Where do I get answers about SESP?
  • I’m starting to think about my practicum or student teaching experience that is coming up and I’m concerned about traveling to my site or school.  Is there assistance for travel expenses?
  • Can I be paid for my practicum?
  • Can I apply for outside scholarships and grants to help cover the costs of my practicum?
  • I’m thinking about attending a conference related to my interests, can SESP help with those costs?
  • I’m planning to do a research project and am anticipating some expenses. Can SESP help with those costs?