Fellowship Support for PhD Students in Natural Sciences Departments*
Please be aware that we update this web page on a regular basis. Nevertheless, you should always refer to correspondence you received directly from GSAS via email for the most up-to-date stipend information that applies to you.
Please find below a detailed breakdown of the annual guaranteed fellowship support package offered to doctoral students in Natural Sciences Departments (*with the exception of Mathematics and Statistics; and Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology) for the corresponding academic year.
- 2024-25
- 12-Month Stipend*
- $47,137
- 2025-26
- 12-Month Stipend*
- $47,137
- 2024-25
- Tuition**
- $55,184
- 2025-26
- Tuition**
- $56,844
- 2024-25
- Health Fees/Insurance Premium
- $6,343
- 2025-26
- Health Fees/Insurance Premium***
- $6,850
- 2024-25
- University Service and Support Fee
- $1,204
- 2025-26
- University Service and Support Fee***
- $1,264
- 2024-25
- International Student Fee (if applicable)
- $320
- 2025-26
- International Student Fee (if applicable)***
- $340
- 2024-25
- Total for US Students
- $109,868
- 2025-26
- Total for US Students
- $112,095
- 2024-25
- Total for International Students
- $110,188
- 2025-26
- Total for International Students
- $112,435
- 2024-25
- *Students appointed as student officers of instruction or research for 12 months receive a salary of $48,080.
- 2025-26
- *Students appointed as student officers of instruction or research for 12 months receive a salary of $48,080.
**Tuition for doctoral students registered for Residence Units. Tuition costs for students registered for Extended Residence and Matriculation and Facilities may be found on the Cost of Attendance page.
***The Health Fees, Insurance, Service & Support Fee, and International Student Fee are estimates.
Please note that 2025-26 stipend and salary rates are subject to upcoming contract negotiations.
Other benefits include:
- Guaranteed Columbia housing for five academic years
- Full health insurance coverage on the student plan for eligible dependents
- Health insurance coverage while on an official medical leave
- Subsidy towards optional dental insurance plan
- Accommodation for Parental Responsibilities
- Child-care subsidy
- Funding to attend conferences
- GSAS International Travel Awards
- Coverage of Internet fee for students in university housing
- Printing quota upgrade when not on appointment
- Gym access during funding‐eligible years
Please be aware that we update this web page on a regular basis. Nevertheless, you should always refer to correspondence you received directly from GSAS via email for the most up-to-date stipend information that applies to you.