Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

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Sales Training and Development's Scholarship 

Annual $1,000 Sales Training and Development Scholarship for business students. Essay required. Open to high school seniors and college students.

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships

PATCH Early Childhood Education Scholarships offer $750 to Hawaii residents pursuing careers in early care and education.

You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Joe Varano Scholarship

The Joe Varano Scholarship offers $250 to LGBTQ+ education students in the Pacific Northwest facing various barriers. Apply with three essays.

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Essay

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Sharon Whaley Scholarship for Educators

The Sharon Whaley Scholarship offers $2,500 per semester for aspiring educators with a 2.5 GPA and community service commitment.

What is a letter of recommendation?

Future Journalism Teacher Scholarships

The Journalism Education Association offers $1,000 scholarships for future journalism teachers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

Golden Apple Scholars Program in Illinois

The Golden Apple Scholars Program offers up to $23,000 in tuition assistance for aspiring teachers in Illinois.

NMCEL Scholarship

NMCEL Scholarship provides $3,000 for New Mexico high school seniors pursuing college, especially in education careers.

Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholar

The Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program offers $10,000/year for aspiring teachers in West Virginia with a commitment to critical need areas.

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

Christopher K. Smith Memorial Future Teacher Scholarship

The Christopher K. Smith Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000/year for 4 years to Delaware high school seniors pursuing teaching careers.

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

Edward G. and Helen A. Borgens Secondary Teacher Education Scholarship

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

Arnold Sadler Memorial Scholarship

The Arnold Sadler Memorial Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for legally blind students pursuing service-oriented degrees. Apply now!

MARE Scholarship Program

The MARE Scholarship Program offers $1,000 to Missouri education students aiming to teach in rural schools.

Which high school are of MARE member school districts? 

Rural Missouri High School Senior Scholarship Fund

Rural Missouri High School Senior Scholarship Fund awards $750 to 35 seniors aiming to teach in rural Missouri schools.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

Teacher Pipeline Scholarship Program

The Teacher Pipeline Scholarship Program offers up to $5,000 annually for students with a 2.7 GPA, focusing on education majors.

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

Future Educators Scholarship

The Future Educators Scholarship awards $1,000 to students passionate about education with a 3.5 GPA or higher. Apply now!

Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship Program

The Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile Jr. Scholarship offers $5,500 for eligible students in select counties with a 3.0 GPA or higher.

How do I get my official high school transcript?

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

Peters Foundation Corp Scholarship

Peters Foundation Corp Scholarship offers up to $20,000 for high school seniors in environment, conservation, forestry, or education.

Video

"Pass the Torch" Teacher Scholarships

The 'Pass the Torch' Teacher Scholarships provide $10,000 for aspiring K-12 educators. Apply with an essay and video!

ARTC Glenn Moon Scholarships

The ARTC Glenn Moon Scholarship awards $2,000 to CT high school seniors pursuing teaching degrees. Apply with transcripts and essays.

Oregon PTA Teacher Education Scholarship

Oregon PTA offers a $1,000 scholarship for residents pursuing teaching degrees at Oregon public colleges. Apply with an essay and references.

Cynthia L. Schneider Mathematics Preservice Teacher Scholarship

The Cynthia L. Schneider Scholarship offers $1,000 for Texas students pursuing math teacher certification. Apply with essays and recommendations.

The Voyager Scholarship

The Voyager Scholarship offers up to $50,000 for junior students committed to public service. Open to U.S. citizens and DACA students.

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship

The David and Sharon Alexander Scholarship offers $1,000 to LGBTQ+ students in Colorado pursuing education-related degrees.

Edward G. and Helen A. Borgens Secondary Teacher Scholarship

The Borgens Secondary Teacher Scholarship offers $1,500 to students 25+ studying secondary education with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

Order of Alhambra Scholarship

The Alhambra Scholarship supports future teachers in special education with awards starting at $250. Apply with a statement of purpose.

James Madison Memorial Junior Fellowship Program

The James Madison Memorial Junior Fellowship offers up to $24,000 for future secondary school teachers of American history and government.

Conrad Spirrison Memorial Scholarship

The Conrad Spirrison Memorial Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for undergraduates in education with a 3.0 GPA, based on service and need.

James J. and Margaret M. Kerrigan Endowed Scholarship

The Kerrigan Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for HBCU juniors/seniors in art and education, focusing on K-12 and Fine Arts.

Brian Cummins Memorial Scholarship

The Brian Cummins Memorial Scholarship awards $2,500 to full-time students training to teach blind and visually impaired students in Connecticut.

AFDO Scholarship Awards

AFDO Scholarship Awards offer $2,500 to undergraduates pursuing careers in food, drug, or consumer safety with a 3.0 GPA.

Rudolph Dillman Memorial Scholarship

The Rudolph Dillman Memorial Scholarship offers up to $7,500 for legally blind students in disability rehabilitation or teaching.

Mollie Lukken Memorial Scholarship

The Mollie Lukken Memorial Scholarship offers up to $2,500 for Troup County teachers pursuing graduate studies in special education.

Zonta Club of Washington, D.C. Undergraduate Scholarship

Zonta Club of D.C. offers up to $5,000 scholarships for women pursuing undergraduate degrees with a 3.0 GPA and financial need.

What is a scholarship portal?

Donna Gail Shaw Scholarship for Chapter Service

The Donna Gail Shaw Scholarship offers $1,250 to Kappa Delta Pi members pursuing education degrees or early-career educators.

American Montessori Society Teacher Education Scholarships

The American Montessori Society offers $1,250 scholarships for aspiring Montessori teachers in AMS-affiliated programs. Apply now!

Which schools participate in the HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program? 

HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program

The HBCU Scholars Empowerment Program supports Black high school seniors with financial need, offering awards of $250+ for eligible students.

Educators Rising Scholarship

The Educators Rising Scholarship offers $500 to Missouri seniors pursuing education careers. Must be top 20% and a member of Educators Rising.

The Cochran Scholarship

The Cochran Scholarship offers $500 to Missouri NEA Student Members in teacher education programs. Apply with an essay and recommendation.

Jeannette K. Nieciecka Scholarship

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr. Scholarship 

The Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr. Scholarship offers $750 to an Education student in Marion County, Indiana, who is a Kappa Delta Pi member.

Louisa Anne Oriente Scholarship

The Louisa Anne Oriente Scholarship offers $750 to a Kappa Delta Pi member pursuing a graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction.

The TCA Gareth Morgan Student Teacher Scholarship

Apply for the $500 TCA Gareth Morgan Student Teacher Scholarship for Latin certification in Texas. GPA requirements apply.

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Coach Kevin Ferguson Scholarship Endowment

The Coach Kevin Ferguson Scholarship offers $2,000 for Virginia students pursuing Physical Education degrees.

Knowles Teaching Fellows Program

The Knowles Teaching Fellows Program supports future math and science teachers with fellowships for those entering their first or second year.

Kentucky PTA Student Scholarship

Kentucky PTA offers $500 scholarships for high school seniors pursuing education degrees. Financial need and community service considered.

Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers

The Barbara Lotze Scholarship offers up to $3,000 for future high school physics teachers. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships offer $28,000 for Ph.D. or Sc.D. candidates completing research-based dissertations.

 Law Office of Shane R. Kadlec Public Service Scholarship

The Shane R. Kadlec Public Service Scholarship offers $2,000 for students in public service fields. Apply with an essay and online application.