Graduate Studies Finance Administration
The Graduate Studies Finance and Administration team supports the financial infrastructure of graduate research training at UNT Health. Operating under the Research Finance and Administration unit within the Division of Research and Innovation (DRI), our team partners closely with the Office of Graduate Studies, colleges, departments, and principal investigators to ensure timely, compliant, and equitable funding for graduate students and the integrity of research funding processes.
Through strategic financial planning, tracking, and operational coordination for PhD programs, we champion student-centered solutions and foster collaborative partnerships that reflect our core values of Courageous Integrity, Be Curious, We Care, Better Together and Show Your Fire.
Our Mission
To provide transparent, data-driven financial management for graduate education that:
· Empowers students through stable and equitable funding
· Supports faculty mentorship and research excellence
· Enhances compliance and strengthens operational alignment across divisions, colleges, and departments
· Advances UNT Health’s strategic priorities in research, education, and innovation
This mission aligns with UNT Health’s Strategic Plan to promote student success and expand research impact through sustainable infrastructure and collaborative governance.
DRI’s Commitment to PhD Students
At UNT Health, the Division of Research and Innovation is proud to support the next generation of researchers by ensuring core financial resources are available for graduate students enrolled in PhD programs.
Stipend Support
Full-time PhD students are eligible to receive a competitive annual stipend of $35,004, typically through graduate research or teaching assistantship positions. These appointments must meet program- and college-level criteria and reflect the student’s academic and research engagement.
Contact Us
Belle Luo, MBA
Director, Graduate Studies Finance & Administration
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