Student Scholarships
Each year, GVSU Education Program students receive substantial financial support through scholarships reserved for students pursuing a career in the field of education.
- During the 2020-2021 school year, 23 students received Education Program scholarships - a total of $43,950
- During the 2019-2020 school year, 30 students received Education Program scholarships - a total of $42,700
Scholarship Overview
Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. It encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities.
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Scholarship Application Information
Candidates in both initial certification and graduate programs are eligible to apply. These scholarship opportunities are made possible by the generosity of individuals and organizations dedicated to the preparation of high-quality educators.
Please note that an essay is required for most Education Program scholarships. Each essay should describe how the particular scholarship will benefit you and should address the specific eligibility criteria for the scholarship.
To find scholarships for Education students and first-generation students, use the scholarships list on this page. There is a search filter that allows you to search for specific scholarships by entering a keyword. You can view the criteria for specific scholarships by selecting "View" next to each scholarship title.
Scholarships
Scholarship Name
Dr. Jeanne J. Arnold First Generation Urban Schools Scholarship
Scholarship Available to
First generation undergraduate students
Award amount
Varies
Level
- Undergraduate
Criteria for Applying
- Must be the first person in their immediate family to pursue a college degree (neither parent/guardian has a four-year degree), as reported on their admissions application.
- Must be a graduate of a high school identified as an urban school, or additional schools identified by the financial aid office (please contact financial aid office for full listing).
- Incoming transfer students are eligible, including those transferring from a community college in Michigan, and who are also graduates of a listed urban high school.
- Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average and be making satisfactory academic progress according to the norms established by the University.
- Preference will be given to graduates from Michigan Urban Schools.
- Candidates must be accepted by Grand Valley State University for enrollment, and recipients must be attending GVSU as full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students to be eligible to receive this scholarship.
- Must have financial need as demonstrated by Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Application Due
- March 1st