A stipend is a fixed amount of money paid regularly to cover specific expenses or support particular activities. Unlike wages tied to hours worked, stipends are often provided by schools, employers, organizations, or government programs to help people afford necessities while they study, train, volunteer, or participate in certain roles. Understanding how stipends work—what they cover, who receives them, and how they're taxed—helps you know what to expect if you're offered one or trying to budget around one.

The articles here answer common questions about stipends: how they differ from salaries and scholarships, whether you owe taxes on stipend money, what expenses they typically cover, and how to report them on financial forms. You'll also find information about stipends in different settings, from graduate programs and internships to military service and religious positions.