Education
Teachers are the lifeblood of any educational institution. What’s even more enticing as an education major is the education specialty - whether that’s music, art, science, math, special needs or physical education, the options are almost endless.
Do I need a degree to be a teacher?
In the United States, public schools require teachers to have at least a bachelor’s degree. The good news is thousands of colleges and universities offer this major, along with several other specialties, like child development for preschool teaching opportunities.
What degree is required to be a college professor?
Most college professors have at least a master’s degree, and several have a doctoral degree. Becoming a teaching assistant is a popular first step after college for those who want to become professors. The advanced degrees are typically in the field the future professor wants to teach.
A master’s degree in education administration is one of the highest paying degrees for education majors. This type of education allows the student to become a K-12 principal.
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Scholarships for Education Majors
King-Chavez-Parks Future Faculty FellowshipUniversity of Michigan, Rackham Graduate School |
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award Up to $35,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe King-Chavez-Parks Future Faculty Fellowship is available to graduate students at the University of Michigan, Rackham Graduate School. You must be a member of an underrepresented population, be a resident of Michigan and be planning on pursuing a teaching career in post-secondary education in order to qualify for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Judy and Eliot Steinberg ScholarshipMorris Educational Foundation (MEF) |
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award Up to $25,000 |
deadline March 27, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Judy and Eliot Steinberg Scholarship is available to Morristown High School seniors who intend to intend to continue their education at a New Jersey public college with a goal towards a career in STEM, business, education, or medicine. You must demonstrate financial need, scholastic achievement, and a willingness to help others in the... View Scholarship Details |
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Voyager Scholarship for Public ServiceObama Foundation |
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award Up to $25,000 |
deadline April 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Voyager Scholarship is open to students who plan to enroll full-time in their junior year of study at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States in the fall or be transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their junior academic year, have a minimum grade point average of 3.0, have a demonstrated... View Scholarship Details |
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OHIO Patton Empower Veteran Education ProgramOhio University |
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award $14,265 |
deadline April 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe OHIO Patton Empower Veteran Education Program is open to transitioning active-duty military service members, currently serving reserve and guard component service members, and military veterans or spouses. You must demonstrate an interest in becoming a middle level or secondary teacher in the state of Ohio, have completed an undergraduate... View Scholarship Details |
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Karen Mashburn Environmental ScholarshipFriends of the Everglades |
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award $10,000 |
deadline March 16, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Karen Mashburn Environmental Scholarship is open to undergraduate and master’s degree students in the South Florida and Treasure Coast regions. You must be a U.S citizen or permanent resident enrolled enrolled in a U.S.-based institution and have a GPA of at least 3.0 in order to be eligible for this award. Preference is given to students... View Scholarship Details |
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CBCF/NREI HBCU ScholarshipCongressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. |
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award $10,000 |
deadline March 15, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe CBCF/NREI HBCU Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate students who identify as African-American/Black and are pursuing studies related to social justice to include, but not limited to, criminal justice, education, civil rights, or community/economic development at a HBCU. To be considered for this award, you must be a U.S.... View Scholarship Details |
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Genevieve Sandhop Endowed ScholarshipSam Houston State University - College of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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award $10,000 |
deadline August 20, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Genevieve Sandhop Endowed Scholarship is available to students at Sam Houston State University. Two Scholarships, both have a GPA requirement of 3.00 in English. Scholarship #1 you must be a full-time junior majoring in English, have taken both freshmen and sophomore English at SHSU and have the intention to graduate from SHSU. ... View Scholarship Details |
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Gibbs A. & Lela Wynne ScholarshipSam Houston State University - College Education and Applied Science |
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award $9,000 |
deadline August 20, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Gibbs A. & Lela Wynne Scholarship is available to full-time juniors and seniors at Sam Houston State University. You must be majoring in education, have completed at least 60 hours and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible for this award. You must also submit three letters of reference that demonstrate your leadership, good moral... View Scholarship Details |
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Trinity Leadership AwardTrinity Washington University |
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award Up to $15,000 |
deadline March 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Trinity Leadership Award is available to first-year students enrolling in the College of Arts and Sciences at Trinity Washington University. You must demonstrate leadership potential and financial need to be considered for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring TeachersRaise Your Hand Texas |
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award Up to $10,000 |
deadline March 21, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers is available to students majoring in education. You must be attending one of the 20 eligible universities to be eligible for this award. Deadlines vary by school. View Scholarship Details |
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Education Related Majors
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Music Teacher Education
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Special Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- History Teacher Education
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
- Art Teacher Education
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Educational Administration and Supervision
- Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
- Spanish Language Teacher Education
- Psychology Teacher Education
- Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Business and Innovation/Entrepreneurship Teacher Education
