There are many scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to future teachers in North Carolina. You just have to know where to look!
Get started with the currently featured North Carolina scholarships below, browse our national scholarship database, or search for "teacher" in the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) scholarship database. Don't forget to check back here often for updates.
Apply for this $500 scholarship before June 1 once you're enrolled in a teaching program and plan to teach in North Carolina after graduating.
The Epsilon Sigma Alpha Foundation offers scholarships to both members and nonmembers in a number of disciplines. You may be eligible for financial support in any step of your teacher education.
Apply for this forgivable loan before March 1 if you are willing to work in NC in a designated critical employment shortage profession (careers corresponding with a FELS Approved Program).
Apply for this $2,500 scholarship by March 31. Recipients demonstrate the ideals and leadership qualities of Congressman Coble, and must reside in certain counties.
Apply for this $1,000 scholarship if you are an incoming or current college student majoring in education.
Apply for this forgivable loan, worth up to $8,250 per year, before January 7 if you are committed to teaching special education or a STEM field in an NC public school.
To make it more affordable to apply to an educator preparation program, you can apply for a $1,000 scholarship directly from us. Your path to becoming a teacher should be full of opportunities. Hit Apply below to get started.
Apply for this grant from the federal government worth up to $4,000 per year if you plan to serve as a full-time teacher in certain designated subject areas.
There are many opportunities to reduce or eliminate your training expenses:
We'll break it down to help you take advantage of these options.
Applying for scholarships and other types of aid available to North Carolina teacher candidates can benefit you well beyond your college years. Some even provide assistance after you graduate by offsetting your student loans or helping you buy a house.
Winning scholarships and grants is also a great way to build your resume and set you apart from the crowd when you’re applying for teaching jobs later on.
Be sure to ask your educator preparation program if they offer scholarships, internships, work study and other opportunities for students to offset costs.
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