Education Scholarships

Eligibility: • Senior or graduate standing in Teacher Education• Financial need required • Must be U.S. Citizen and legal resident of California GPA: 3.00

Major: Education GPA: 3.00 Class Level: All students *Contact School of Education for additional information/applications

Eligibility: Education Major • For students accepted into the Teachers Credential Program (one year award)• Financial need required • Statement of Objectives should convey a demonstrated commitment to personal growth, and the desire to serve others.• Two letters of recommendations from CSU Stanislaus faculty members• 300 word essay describing “Why I want to be a Rogers’ Scholar” (separate from Educational and Career Goals Statement)• Liberal Studies Students may apply for third year award in Teacher Credential Program GPA: 3.50

Eligibility: Education Major • Multiple Subject Credential student GPA: 3.00

Eligibility: Education Major • Junior/Senior standing; preference given to Seniors• at least half-time enrollment required• Cover letter from student detailing interests and background, and intention to teach• Letter of recommendation from CSU Stanislaus faculty member• Financial need required GPA: 3.00

Eligibility: Education Major • Accepted into the Teacher Credential Program• U.S. citizen and legal resident of California GPA: 3.00

Eligibility: Major: BUSINESS/ECONOMICS/EDUCATION/MUSIC GPA: 3.50 Class Level: Continuing or Graduate student (Named in memory of CSU Stanislaus • Upper division or graduate standing• Evidence of campus leadership

At Dairy Farmers of America, we believe it is important to invest in the next generation of leaders to ensure a bright future for the dairy industry. That is why we established the DFA Cares Foundation Scholarship Program. The Foundation awards scholarships to three categories of students: Incoming freshmen: High school seniors or recent graduates who have been accepted to college, but have not yet started classes Undergraduate students: Students who are currently participating in an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program, but have not yet graduated Graduate/professional students: Students enrolled in a graduate or professional degree program Scholarships are available to students pursuing a career in the dairy industry or a related field: Dairy herd management/production Large animal veterinary medicine Marketing/economics/finance Processing/manufacturing Communications/journalism Quality assurance Dairy nutrition Dairy foods Education Engineering Policy Genetics Law Others Criteria Must be enrolled in or applying for an accredited degree program during the next scholarship year Applicant’s commitment and passion for a career in the dairy industry, as demonstrated through responses to three essay questions Extracurricular activities, awards, recognition and work experience Academic achievement

Eligibility Criteria * Application Deadline: see website * 2.5 GPA required * Major in Teacher Education * Attending Ashland University * Extracurricular activities * Work experience * Community service * Financial need * Teacher recommendation required.

Eligibility Criteria * Application Deadline: see website * 2.5 GPA required * Major in education * Attending two or four-year higher education institution * Extracurricular activities * Work experience * Financial need

Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for a Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program, a student must: Rank in the top 25% of his/her graduating high school class (at time of application) Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts. Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. Agree to enroll and complete a four year bachelor's degree program in an eligible college or university leading to teacher certification. Agree to teach for four years in Massachusetts public schools. Award Amounts The Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program provides payment of full tuition and required fees at eligible public colleges and universities. For students attending a Massachusetts private college or university, the scholarship award is capped at the highest level awarded at a public institution. The scholarships are awarded at a maximum of four years. Award Priorities Priority in granting Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship awards will be given to eligible students who: Commit to teach in a subject area for which there is a documented teacher shortage in Massachusetts. Commit to a geographic region or school district where there is a documented teacher shortage in Massachusetts. What Are The Obligations For Accepting The Scholarship? Enroll as a full time student at an eligible college or university. Pursue studies, as a full time student, in a program leading to teacher certification. Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college work. Agree to teach in a Massachusetts public school one year for each year of scholarship assistance received. Forfeiture of Scholarship Award Students who participate in the Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program, but do not complete their college education within six years of entering college, or who fail to complete their teaching obligation, must repay the scholarship. Repayment of the all scholarship proceeds will be prorated according to the fraction of teaching not completed, with interest, as determined by the Board of Higher Education. How Do I Apply? Interested students must complete the Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship application. Two letters of recommendation are required, as well as a copy of the student's high school transcript.

The Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program was funded as a pilot initiative by the Legislature for the purpose of increasing the quality and availability of teachers and care providers to work with young children and youth in inclusive settings including infant/toddler, preschool and school age programs. The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance for currently employed early childhood and out of school time educators and providers who enroll in an associate's or bachelor's degree program in Early Childhood Education or related programs. Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for the Early Childhood Educators Scholarship, an applicant must: Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts. Be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen. Be eligible under Title IV Regulations and not in default of a state or federal education loan or grant. Enroll, as a matriculated student, in an undergraduate degree program (full or part-time) in Early Childhood Education, or a related field (i.e., elementary education, sociology, psychology). Be employed, for at least one year, as an educator or provider in an early education and care program or out of school time program that is licensed or authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and continue employment in this field while pursuing the approved course of study. Have not previously earned a bachelor's degree. Sign an agreement to continue employment as an early childhood educator or provider in Massachusetts upon completing the degree requirement, or repay funds as defined. Eligible Institutions For the purpose of the Early Childhood Educators Scholarship, an eligible institution is defined as a regionally accredited public or private college or university in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that offers an Early Childhood Education program of study or program in a related field. See website for more information