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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Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public ServiceObama Foundation |
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award Up to $25,000 |
deadline March 17, 2026 |
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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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Call to Action Scholarship Next Chapter ScholarshipCall to Action Foundation |
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award Up to $25,000 |
deadline April 17, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Call to Action Scholarship Next Chapter Scholarship is available to non-traditional students who are 25 years old or older. You must be a single parent with dependent children, be returning to school after three or more years, be military affiliated or a former foster youth. In order to be considered for this award, you must be a resident... View Scholarship Details |
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Credential + Bilingual Authorization (BiAu) in Asian Language ScholarshipCalifornia State University, Fullerton - College of Education |
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award Up to $20,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Credential + Bilingual Authorization (BiAu) in Asian Language Scholarship is available to students admitted into a Teacher Education Program at a California State University campus, maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled in the program, and earn an Asian Language Bilingual Authorization upon completion. Selected recipients must agree to... View Scholarship Details |
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OHIO Patton Empower Veteran Education ProgramOhio University |
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award $14,265 |
deadline April 15, 2026 |
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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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THA Foundation ScholarshipFlorida Gulf Coast University |
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award Up to $7,500 |
deadline May 01, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe THA Foundation Scholarship is available to students at Florida Gulf Coast University. You must be a US citizen, a high school graduate, at least 23 years old and plan to enter and remain in the elementary teaching profession. You must have at least a 2.5 GPA to be eligible for this award. Preference will be given to students who... View Scholarship Details |
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Kansas Teacher Service ScholarshipKansas Board of Regents |
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award Up to $6,860 |
deadline June 01, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Kansas Teaching Scholarship is open to Kansas residents who are enrolled full-time in a qualified undergraduate teaching program at a Kansas college or university. To be considered for the award, you must be committed to teaching in Kansas. Preference is given to minority students. If selected, you will be required to sign an agreement to... View Scholarship Details |
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Graduate School of Education Scholarship - St. John's UniversitySt. John's University |
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award Up to $6,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Graduate School of Education Scholarship at St. John's University is open to master's degree graduates of Catholic colleges or universities who will be entering the teaching profession. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.25 to be eligible for this renewable award. View Scholarship Details |
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Teach For America ProgramTeach For America, Inc. |
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award $5,815 |
deadline March 09, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Teach For America program is open to college juniors, seniors, and recent graduates. You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA to be eligible to apply. Once accepted into the program, you must commit to teaching for at least two years in a low - income community served by the organization. Students are eligible to receive forbearance and interest... View Scholarship Details |
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Jarussi Sisters ScholarshipMontana State University-Billings |
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award Up to $5,600 |
deadline September 30, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Jarussi Sisters Scholarship is available to full-time education majors at Montana State University, Billings. You must be a graduate of a Carbon County high school, have a minimum 2.8 GPA, and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. 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
