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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Spencer Postdoctoral FellowshipNational Academy of Education |
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award Up to $70,000 |
deadline November 13, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship is available to applicants who have received their Ph.D, Ed.D, or equivalent research degree within the last five years. You must have a demonstrated record of research experience in education to qualify for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Spencer Dissertation Fellowship ProgramNational Academy of Education |
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award $27,500 |
deadline October 02, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program is open to candidates for the doctoral degree at a graduate school within the United States. To be considered, your dissertation must show potential for bringing fresh and constructive perspectives to the history, theory, or practice of formal or informal education anywhere in the world. 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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Kansas Promise Act ScholarshipKansas Board of Regents |
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award Up to $20,000 |
deadline October 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Kansas Promise Act Scholarship is available to students who are enrolled in specified high wage, high demand, or critical need industry programs at eligible Kansas community colleges and technical colleges, Washburn Institute of Technology, and certain private postsecondary educational institutions. To be eligible for this award, you must... 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 February 15, 2026 |
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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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Charles A. Leonard and Margaret S. Leonard ScholarshipState University of New York, College at Oswego |
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award $9,882 |
deadline February 06, 2026 |
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DescriptionThe Charles A. Leonard and Margaret S. Leonard Scholarship is available to students at SUNY Oswego. You must be an Oswego County resident. You must be a junior education major with a minimum 3.3 GPA. You must also demonstrate leadership qualities and a commitment to the field of education to be eligible for this award. 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 February 15, 2026 |
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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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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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Nick and Helena Patti Foundation ScholarshipJoint Civic Committee of Italian Americans |
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award Up to $6,500 |
deadline November 01, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Nick and Helena Patti Foundation Scholarship is available to students of Italian extraction who plan to major in music or education. You must plan to enroll in an accredited college or university, reside in Illinois, and have a strong academic background to be eligible for this award. Preference will be given to students who have been... 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
