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
Amos Sanders Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Available to
First generation students; TRIO participants
Award amount
$1,000
Level
- Undergraduate
Criteria for Applying
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist and encourage students with financial need who are graduates of urban schools or who participated in Upward Bound/TRIO programs.
- Recipients of this scholarship shall have been accepted for or currently enrolled at GVSU.
- Must be an undergraduate entering their senior year.
- Enrolled for 12 credit hours or more in any course of study.
- Must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or greater and meet satisfactory academic progress standards.
- Preference will be given to candidates who are graduates of urban schools as identified by admissions and candidates who participated in Upward Bound/TRIO programs.
Renewal Criteria: This scholarship may not be renewed.
Supplemental Questions
- Have you participated in any pre-college or federal pre-college programs such as TRIO or Upward Bound?
- If so, please list which program(s) and the years of involvement.
- Please describe your career goals, your experience in Upward Bound/TRIO programs if applicable, and how receiving this scholarship will help you in their final year of studies.
Application Due
- March 1st