A funding opportunity is available to support individuals pursuing careers in education, specifically those committed to working in high-need schools and subject areas. This grant is designed to assist future educators by providing financial support while they complete their degree or certification program. In return, recipients agree to fulfill a service commitment aimed at addressing teacher shortages in underserved communities.
This opportunity is available to students who are enrolled in an eligible undergraduate or graduate program at approved institutions within the United States. It is not available to nonprofit organizations, small businesses, or other entities. To qualify, applicants must meet specific academic standards, be enrolled in a qualifying education program, and plan to teach in a designated high-need field at a school that serves low-income students.
The funding may be used to cover educational costs such as tuition, fees, and other related expenses. In exchange for receiving the grant, recipients must agree to teach full-time for a set number of years within a certain timeframe after completing their program. Failure to meet the service obligation may result in the grant being converted into a loan with repayment required.
The grant is particularly focused on increasing the number of qualified educators in areas such as mathematics, science, special education, foreign languages, and bilingual education. It also aims to expand access to quality instruction in schools where recruitment and retention of teachers is an ongoing challenge.
Grant amounts vary depending on available federal funding and individual eligibility, but awards are generally offered annually to qualify students who continue to meet the program’s requirements.
To find more grants, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find your next grant.
