Scholarships
All admitted students receive full consideration for Graduate School of Management scholarships, fellowships, and assistantships. Incoming international students who need educational loan assistance you must have a U.S. co-signer.
MSBA Awards: Dean’s Scholarships and MSBA Fellowships and Graduate School of Management Grants (up to $20,000)
The Graduate School of Management offers limited awards based on merit. Factored into consideration are leadership experience, as well as academic and professional accomplishments. The Admissions Committee considers candidates for these awards at the time of admission.  No separate scholarship application is required.
UC Native American Opportunity Plan
The University of California Native American Opportunity Plan ensures that in-state systemwide Tuition and Student Services Fees are fully covered for California students in state supported academic programs who are also enrolled in federally recognized Native American, American Indian and Alaska Native tribes.
The MSBA program is not state supported. However, the Graduate School of Management has committed to provide an equivalent financial aid program. Eligible MSBA students will receive at a minimum a combined financial aid scholarship of $14,430 to be allocated over the course of their program. Students must submit the eligibility affidavit and documentation on the UC Davis Financial Aid and Scholarships to confirm eligibility. For more information and eligibility requirements, please speak with your admissions counselor.
To learn more about the cost of professional degree programs, visit the UC Davis Financial Aid website.
Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders (SIEML) Program Alumni Applicants
SIEML alumni, who have completed the program within the past 7 years, are eligible for this award if they are admitted into the Master of Science in Business Analytics program. Total 44 units fees* for the MSBA program will be covered by the Graduate School of Management for SIEML alumni. Credit will be implemented over the course of the program. There is no application process. SIEML graduates should identify yourself on their admissions application. The admissions committee will verify your eligibility. If admitted, scholarship details will be included on your admissions offer letter. Financial awards will not be added if a student has an existing scholarship package that exceeds the SIEML commitment.
*Subject to change
California Leadership Institute (CaLI) Program Alumni Applicants
CaLI alumni are eligible for this award if they are admitted into the Master of Science in Business Analytics program. Eligible MSBA students will receive $10,000 in scholarship funding.
UC and CSU Alumni Grant (up to $9,000)
The UC and CSU Alumni Fellowship is for applicants who have received their undergraduate from a University of California or California State University campus. The Admissions Committee considers candidates for these awards at the time of admission.  No separate scholarship application is required.
Military Service Award (up to $6,000)
The Graduate School of Management (GSM) supports members of the U.S. armed forces as they make a transition to the civilian workforce or return to service.
The program has committed to awarding up to $6,000 for tuition expenses not covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill to up to two eligible MSBA students.
Student Analyst Position (up to $9,750)
Graduate Student Analysts (GSA's) work closely with the executive and academic directors to create an engaging experience for students in the MSBA, today and over the years. In this role you will leverage data to work in initiatives related to student experience, program outreach, and market intelligence and analytics. Some GSA positions may be awarded at the time of admission, but all students will have an opportunity to apply for a position after matriculation.
