The Mercatus Center Graduate Scholars Program is a competitive program for graduate students at George Mason University. Fellowships are open to full- and part-time degree-seeking Mason students from any discipline who are interested in studying key ideas in political economy and learning how to utilize these ideas in academic and policy research. To be accepted into the Graduate Scholars program, you must be applying or enrolled in a degree-granting graduate program at George Mason University. The total award of up to $1,250 per semester includes a stipend, meals, and all required readings.