Education Scholarships

Education

"Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting impact in the lives of their students." Solomon Ortiz

Featured Fellowship: The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation

The James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation was established by Congress in 1986 for the purpose of improving teaching about the United States Constitution in secondary schools. The Foundation is an independent agency of the Executive Branch of the federal government. Funding for the Foundation's programs comes from Congress and generous contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations. The Foundation has a Board of Trustees and its daily operations are directed by a president and a small staff. The Foundation's office is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The James Madison Fellowships were created to honor Madison's legacy and Madisonian principles by providing support for graduate study that focuses on the Constitution—its history and contemporary relevance to the practices and policies of democratic government. The benefits of the fellowship program are manifold and lasting. Fellowship recipients have a unique opportunity to strengthen their research, writing, and analytical skills. In the process they form professional ties that can significantly influence their career aspirations. Fellows gain a deeper understanding of the principles of constitutional government which they in turn transmit to their students. In this way the James Madison Fellowships ensure that the spirit and practical wisdom of the Constitution will guide the actions of future generations of American citizens.

James Madison Memorial Foundation Fellowship

Junior Fellowships are offered to high-achieving college seniors and college graduates who plan to earn a master's degree to become secondary school teachers of American history, American government, or civics.

Eligibility: Students must be a U.S. citizen, plan to become a teacher and teach topics on the Constitution in grades 7-12. They must also obtain a Bachelor's degree by August 31st of the year in which they are applying.

Fulbright ETA

The English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Programs place Fulbrighters in classrooms abroad to provide assistance to the local English teachers. ETAs help teach English language while serving as cultural ambassadors for the U.S. The age and academic level of the students varies by country, ranging from kindergarten to university level.

Eligibility: US citizens or nationals; must have a conferred bachelor's degree or equivalent before the start of the grant; may not apply to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and the Fulbright Scholar Program; other select eligibility questions are listed on the website.

Prospective 7-12 Secondary Teacher Coursework Scholarships

If you love math, this scholarship could be perfect for you. The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) offers financial support to a college student who is working toward a career teaching secondary school mathematics.

Eligibility: applicants must be members of NCTM and be full-time students in their sophomore year of college at a college or university.

The Ruth Crymes TESOL Fellowship for Graduate Study

Interested in teaching English as a second language? This award is designed to encourage current graduate students who are enrolled in a TESOL/TEFL graduate program or a program focused on second language acquisition or foreign language education.

Eligibility: Students who are TESOL members and plan to conduct a graduate study project on a topic relevant to TESOL/TEFL.

Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) Teacher Graduate Scholarships

Want to inspire future generations of innovators with STEM? The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) provides scholarships to students pursuing graduate degrees or licensures to teach STEM subjects at K-12 schools in the U.S.

Eligibility: Applicants must be U.S. citizens living in the U.S. attending an accredited U.S. college or university on-campus and majoring in secondary education with the goal of teaching STEM. Students must also be in their second semester, taking two courses per term, with a current GPA of 3.5 or higher, and have already completed a B.S. degree in a STEM subject. Students enrolled in online programs should email edfoundation@afcea.org to inquire about eligibility.

Princeton in Asia, Africa, and Latin America Fellowship Programs

Since 1898, Pi Asia has supported the establishment and strengthening of cultural ties between the US and Asia through its fellowships. The Pi Africa programs are dedicated mostly to the advancement of Africa, but also represent sectors such as agriculture & nutrition, environment & conservation, education, health & humanitarian aid and social entrepreneurship. The Pi Latin America program is a non-profit that pairs young professionals seeking full-year fellowships in development work with non-profits throughout Latin America.

Eligibility: Young alumni and graduating seniors from any US accredited college or university.