Learning Sciences

Learning sciences (LS) is an interdisciplinary field that works to further scientific understanding of learning as well as to engage in the design and implementation of learning innovations, and the improvement of instructional methodologies. Research in the learning science traditionally focuses on cognitive-psychological, social-psychological, and cultural-psychological foundations of human learning, as well as on the design of learning environments. Major contributing fields include cognitive science, computer science, educational psychology, anthropology, and applied linguistics. Over the past decade, researchers have also expanded their focus to the design of curricula, informal learning environments, instructional methods, and policy innovations.

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Matching Learning Sciences Colleges

Western Governors University

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $7,162 average out-state tuition; $7,162 average in-state tuition

University of Arizona

Four or more years; Public; $33,739 average out-state tuition; $10,990 average in-state tuition

University of Maryland Global Campus

Four or more years; Public; $11,976 average out-state tuition; $7,344 average in-state tuition

Ashford University

Four or more years; Private for profit; $13,280 average out-state tuition; $13,280 average in-state tuition

University of Southern California

Four or more years; Private not for profit; $60,446 average out-state tuition; $60,446 average in-state tuition

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Four or more years; Public; $23,942 average out-state tuition; $6,605 average in-state tuition

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Four or more years; Public; $34,101 average out-state tuition; $11,018 average in-state tuition

Scholarships for Learning Sciences Majors

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Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship

National Academy of Education

Up to $70,000 October 08, 2026 See Details

Description

The 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.

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Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship

National Academy of Education

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Up to $70,000

deadline

October 08, 2026
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Description

The 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.

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Truman Scholars Program

Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

$30,000 February 02, 2027 See Details

Description

The Truman Scholars Program is open to full - time college juniors who plan to attend graduate school in pursuit of a career in public service or government. Recipients of this award are required to attend Truman Scholars Leadership Week in Liberty, MO.

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Truman Scholars Program

Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation

award

$30,000

deadline

February 02, 2027
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Description

The Truman Scholars Program is open to full - time college juniors who plan to attend graduate school in pursuit of a career in public service or government. Recipients of this award are required to attend Truman Scholars Leadership Week in Liberty, MO.

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Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program

National Academy of Education

$27,500 October 08, 2026 See Details

Description

The 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.

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Spencer Dissertation Fellowship Program

National Academy of Education

award

$27,500

deadline

October 08, 2026
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Description

The 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.

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Credential + Bilingual Authorization (BiAu) in Asian Language Scholarship

California State University, Fullerton - College of Education

Up to $20,000 Varies See Details

Description

The 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...

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Credential + Bilingual Authorization (BiAu) in Asian Language Scholarship

California State University, Fullerton - College of Education

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Up to $20,000

deadline

Varies
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Description

The 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...

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Kansas Promise Act Scholarship

Kansas Board of Regents

Up to $20,000 October 01, 2026 See Details

Description

The 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. You must be a resident of Kansas and have...

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Kansas Promise Act Scholarship

Kansas Board of Regents

award

Up to $20,000

deadline

October 01, 2026
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Description

The 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. You must be a resident of Kansas and have...

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Graduate School of Education Scholarship - St. John's University

St. John's University

Up to $6,500 Varies See Details

Description

The 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.

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Graduate School of Education Scholarship - St. John's University

St. John's University

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Up to $6,500

deadline

Varies
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Description

The 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.

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New Teacher Scholarship

Teachers of Tomorrow

$6,000 September 15, 2026 See Details

Description

The New Teacher Scholarship is open to students participating in the Teachers of Tomorrow program. You must be seeking certification in an education field and be attending the program in one of the following states in order to be considered for this award: Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Texas.

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New Teacher Scholarship

Teachers of Tomorrow

award

$6,000

deadline

September 15, 2026
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Description

The New Teacher Scholarship is open to students participating in the Teachers of Tomorrow program. You must be seeking certification in an education field and be attending the program in one of the following states in order to be considered for this award: Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Texas.

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Teach For America Program

Teach For America, Inc.

$5,815 March 08, 2027 See Details

Description

The 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...

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Teach For America Program

Teach For America, Inc.

award

$5,815

deadline

March 08, 2027
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Description

The 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...

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Antoinette Murray Scholarship

University of Saint Francis, Indiana

Up to $5,000 Varies See Details

Description

The Antoinette Murray Scholarship is available to students at the University of Saint Francis who are majoring in education or science, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and complete 20 hours of volunteer service per year at a verifiable non-profit organization.

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Antoinette Murray Scholarship

University of Saint Francis, Indiana

award

Up to $5,000

deadline

Varies
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Description

The Antoinette Murray Scholarship is available to students at the University of Saint Francis who are majoring in education or science, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and complete 20 hours of volunteer service per year at a verifiable non-profit organization.

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$5,000 Graduate Scholarship

Chaminade University of Honolulu

$5,000 September 15, 2026 See Details

Description

The $5,000 Graduate Scholarship is open to new graduate students at Chaminade University of Honolulu. You must be a full-time student who is enrolled in two or more graduate courses over the first two terms of study and submit a 500 word essay addressing the topic provided by the sponsors in order to be considered for this award.

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$5,000 Graduate Scholarship

Chaminade University of Honolulu

award

$5,000

deadline

September 15, 2026
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Description

The $5,000 Graduate Scholarship is open to new graduate students at Chaminade University of Honolulu. You must be a full-time student who is enrolled in two or more graduate courses over the first two terms of study and submit a 500 word essay addressing the topic provided by the sponsors in order to be considered for this award.

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