MRSD does not offer financial aid. Accepted students are expected to be fully self-supported, covering tuition, fees, and any additional costs for room and board. Domestic students may be eligible to apply for financial aid through the university, and MRSD also honors GEM Fellowships earned by admitted students. More information can be found here, and it is also suggested to browse the Fellowships & Scholarships website.
Although not guaranteed, there are sometimes opportunities to serve as a Teaching Assistant. This is a paid, part-time position that nicely complement students’ studies; the resultant stipend is helpful for groceries, books, etc, but is certainly not enough to cover tuition. Hiring decisions are made by the course instructors after a student has successfully completed that course, so being a TA in the first semester is not possible.