Scholarship Information—Education

• For full- or part-time undergraduate or graduate education majors who have completed at least one semester of coursework.  Scholarship application requires the completion of several essay questions.
• Award: $1,000 first place, $500 runner up.
• Deadlines: March 1st and November 1st every year.

• Seniors and graduate students interested in studying at Cambridge in disciplines related to health, equity, technology, and learning. Applicants must have a 3.7 GPA, significant leadership experience, and the desire to use their knowledge to improve the lives of others.
• Award: Enables student leaders from around the world to obtain graduate degrees in critical areas of interest at Cambridge University. Covers tuition, living expenses and international transportation.  80 scholarships/year.
• Deadline: Last deadlines were October 15, 2011 for U.S. citizens; December 2, 2011 for non-U.S. citizens.

• Minority undergraduate and graduate students with a background in the humanities or social sciences and outstanding writing, research, and communication skills. Must demonstrate financial need. For U.S. citizens.
• Award: The Hearst Scholar serves as a summer intern with Nonprofit Sector Research Fund in Washington, DC (a grant making program of the Aspen Institute) and receives a stipend of between $2,000 - $4,000.
• Deadline: March 16, 2012 for summer 2012 internship.

• Graduating seniors or recent graduates with an interest in becoming an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan.  Must demonstrate excellence in written and spoken English. Some knowledge of Japanese an advantage. For U.S. citizens.
• Award: Provides a teaching position in Japan for one year and a stipend of 3,600,000 yen.
• Deadline: Last deadline was December 2, 2011 for U.S. citizens. International students can check their individual countries' pages on the JET website for deadline information.
  

• Recent graduates with a record of achievement in a biological or physical science, engineering or mathematics, and a desire to teach high school science and/or mathematics in the U.S. For students who are not yet certified. U.S. citizenship not required.
• Award: Tuition assistance and a monthly stipend while participating in a recognized teacher education program.  Professional and financial support for up to five years.
• Deadline: Last deadline was January 11, 2012.

• For high achieving graduating seniors and graduates who are planning to teach American history, government, or social studies at the secondary level.  Must commit to teaching for a minimum of one year after completion of degree. Applicants compete with applicants from home state: one chosen/state.  For U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals.
• Award: Fellowship supports the completion of a Master's or MAT degree at any accredited school in the U.S.  Provides tuition and living expenses for two years: up to $12,000 per academic year.
• Adviser: Dr. Lurie (luriema@shu.edu)
• Deadline: March 1, 2012

• Recent graduates with at least 18 hours of coursework in mathematics and an interest in teaching mathematics in a secondary school in participating cities.  Must take the ETS Praxis II exam, possess excellent communication skills and be willing to make a 5 year commitment to the MfA program. Minimum GPA: 3.0. For U.S. citizens.
• Award: Scholarship provides funds to complete a Master's degree, stipends totaling up to $100,000, and a full time teacher's salary.
• Deadline: Deadline for most fellowships is January 20, 2012. Check website for more specific details.

• Graduating seniors and recent graduates who are not education majors, but who want to make a difference by teaching for two years in a critical needs school in the Mississippi Delta. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
• MTC is based on the Peace Corps model. This two year award includes a full scholarship for an MA in education and a $30,000+ starting salary.
• Deadlines: March 26, 2012 (Notified by April 16, 2012) for program beginning on May 31, 2012.
  

• Graduating seniors from all majors with at least a 2.5 GPA and an interest in teaching in critical needs schools. Candidates must show evidence of leadership, perseverance, and the ability to motivate others. Must be a U.S. citizen or have national/permanent resident status.
• Award: Placement as a full-time teacher for two years at full pay.  Includes transition grants and $4,725 educational award at the end of each of the two years of service.
• Deadline: Rolling deadlines with final deadline of February 10, 2012 for program beginning in summer 2012.

• Juniors, seniors, graduates who are at least 20 years old and interested in teaching English in France. Must have studied at least three semesters of French, or  the equivalent.  For U.S. citizens or individuals with Green Cards.
• Award: 1,500 teaching assistant positions with a monthly stipend of 945 Euros/month.  Teach 12 hours of English conversation per week for 6 to 9 months in a French primary or secondary school, or a French teaching college.
• Deadline: January 15, 2012
  

• Sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated a commitment to a career related to the environment. Must demonstrate leadership, community service and a strong academic record. Udalls are also awarded to Native Americans or Alaska natives studying tribal health care or Native public policy. Minimum GPA: 3.0. Open to U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, or U.S. nationals. Requires SHU endorsement.
• Award: Up to $5,000 for tuition and other expenses.  Udall Scholars must attend an orientation in August to meet other award winners, elected officials, and environmental and tribal leaders. About 80 awards/year.  50 students/year receive an honorable mention award of $350.  University nomination required.
• Adviser: Dr. Michael Taylor (taylormi@shu.edu)
• Deadline: Must register on website by March 2, 2012; application deadline is March 5, 2012.

Opportunities Exclusively for Seton Hall Students

• Open to female undergraduate students who can demonstrate financial need, are pursuing studies in the field of education, and have at least one natural parent of Italian extraction. Must be enrolled full time and have at least one more year of studies to complete;
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.
  

• Open to full-time undergraduate students majoring in education who have at least one more year of studies to complete.   
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria. 
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.
  

• Open to full-time juniors majoring in education with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012
  

• For full-time undergraduates majoring in education who have at least one more year of studies to complete. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate a commitment to service activities.
  
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.

• Must be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in education and have at least one more year of studies to complete; the applicant must show some involvement in sports, academic achievement, and demonstrate financial need.
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.

• For full-time undergraduate students majoring in education who have at least one more year of studies to complete. Financial need will be considered along with evidence of scholarship and commitment to the teaching profession.
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.
  

• Scholarship for education female students who give evidence of financial need. Must be enrolled full time and have at least one more year of studies to complete.
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012 for students who will be sophomores, juniors, or seniors for the 2012-13 school year; May 15, 2012 for incoming freshmen.
  

• Must be enrolled full time and have at least one more year of studies to complete; must be a graduate student, a current elementary education teacher, and able to demonstrate financial need.
• Award: The award is for one year and the amount is dependent on available funding. May reapply each year of enrollment in which you meet criteria.
• Deadline: March 15, 2012