At CCIR, we want to make professor-led research mentorship accessible to more talented students.
Since CCIR Academy began, every applicant has been considered automatically for the CCIR Merit Scholarship. No separate application is needed. The scholarship offers grants based on an applicant’s academic standing in the admissions pool.
In the Spring 2023 round, about 45% of admitted students received some level of merit scholarship support.
Financial Aid and Research Opportunities
In addition to merit scholarships, CCIR uses the remaining scholarship funds to provide need-aware Financial Aid. This support is available to students worldwide who meet a specific household income threshold.
However, we know that financial constraints can prevent strong applicants from joining our programmes. Many students spend hours preparing applications and attending interviews. They may then have to decline an offer because of the cost.
Introducing Flexible Installment Options
Starting in Spring 2025, CCIR took another step toward making its research opportunities more accessible. We partnered with Climb Loan to offer admitted students two ways to pay their tuition in installments.
Six-Month Installment Plan
Students can pay their tuition in six monthly installments. This option has no interest or transaction fees.
Thirty-Six-Month Installment Plan
Students can spread their tuition payments over 36 months. This option offers lower monthly payments, but variable interest applies.
Both installment options are subject to credit approval.
Who Is Eligible?
The borrower applying for an installment plan must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Please also note that these installment plans are not currently available to students applying for Financial Aid.
Important Information About Climb Loan
Climb Loan and its partners operate all installment options. They determine each applicant’s eligibility, annual percentage rate (APR), and other loan terms.
Depending on the option, credit approval may be required. Additional interest may also apply under terms set by Climb Loan and its partner banks.
