LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program
Scholarship ID: 152045 
Contact LIFE
Foundation
Address: 1655 N. Fort Myer Drive, Suite 610
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone: 202-464-5000
Fax: 202-464-5011
Email Address: scholarship@lifehappens.org
Application Deadline: March 31, 2013
Number Of Awards: 24
Maximum Amount: $15,000
Website Address: http://www.lifehappens.org/lifelessons
Scholarship Description: Qualified entrants must
submit a 500-word essay OR 3 minute video about how the death of a parent or
guardian impacted their lives are eligible for in grand prize scholarship of
$15,000. The total amount of all scholarships is $125,000. LIFE awards LIFE
Lessons Scholarships once a year. Applications are solicited for one month only
during the February/March time frame and recipients will be notified in the
late summer. Please visit our website for more information.
The LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, who are between 17 and 24 years of age, have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian, and are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a college, university or trade school within the 50 United States or District of Columbia. A minor should have a parent’s or legal guardian’s permission to enter. Void where prohibited by law. Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.
The LIFE Lessons Scholarship Program is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, who are between 17 and 24 years of age, have experienced the death of a parent or legal guardian, and are currently enrolled in, or have been accepted to, a college, university or trade school within the 50 United States or District of Columbia. A minor should have a parent’s or legal guardian’s permission to enter. Void where prohibited by law. Contest is subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws.
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Foreclosure.com Scholarship Program
Provided by : Foreclosure.com
Award: $5000
Deadline: December 15, 2013
The Foreclosure.com Scholarship is available to
currently enrolled undergraduate students. To be considered, you must submit an
800 - 2000 - word essay on the following topic: "You've acquired $150,000
in cash to be used specifically for a distressed real estate purchase. Outline
a detailed strategy that ensures the maximum return on investment, whether it's
in terms of financial profit or personal satisfaction, or both." The best
five plans will be sent to the U.S. Department of Education.
You will be directed to the scholarship
provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship.
Type of Award: Scholarship
Awards Available: 5
Applicable Majors: All Fields of Study
Website:
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Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund
Scholarship ID: 80015
Contact: Executive
Director
Address: P.O. Box 70530, Houston, TX 77270
Email Address: contact@alhef.org
Application Deadline: May 1, 2013
Number Of Awards: See Description
Maximum Amount: $2,000
http://www.alhef.org
Scholarship Description
The Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund exists for
students who are citizens of the U.S., Canada or Mexico and are actively
pursuing an education for a career in information and records management. The
maximum award for students in an associate degree program is $1,000. The
maximum award for a student in a bachelor's or advanced degree program is
$2,000. The number of scholarships to be awarded per school year shall be
determined by the Fund Trustees.
Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application form provided by the Trust Administration which can be found on our website. Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from employers, instructors, or individuals. A copy of the most current, official school transcript must be provided. Applications for the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund Scholarship must be submitted by May 1st of the year of the funding.
Applicants must submit a completed scholarship application form provided by the Trust Administration which can be found on our website. Three (3) letters of recommendation are required from employers, instructors, or individuals. A copy of the most current, official school transcript must be provided. Applications for the Alice L. Haltom Educational Fund Scholarship must be submitted by May 1st of the year of the funding.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Award
Scholarship ID: 150192
Contact: American Correctional Association
Address: 206 N. Washington Street, Suite 200, Alexandria,
VA 22314
Email Address: jenniferb@aca.org
Application Deadline: June 1, 2013
Number Of Awards: See Description
Maximum Amount: $1,000
http://www.aca.org/pastpresentfuture/awards.asp
Scholarship Description
This award is presented in memory of the late
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to commemorate his belief that progress is best
achieved through cooperation rather than conflict, participation rather than
partisanship, and compassion and understanding rather than hatred and
prejudice.
The scholarship is awarded to minority nominees who have demonstrated a need and a willingness to continue an educational mission toward a college education or graduate training related to a career in the criminal justice field. An ACA member may recommend nominations to the ACA Committee on Correctional Awards. Members, patrons and friends are invited to annually contribute to the fund for this scholarship.
Nominees need not be ACA members; however, nomination packages must include proof of, acceptance by, or current attendance at an undergraduate or graduate program of a four-year college. Nominations also must provide proof of or an affirmative statement of financial need and proof of academic achievement and demonstrate commitment to the principles of Dr. King. Please be sure that the nominee is attending college at the time the award is accepted, since the funds are deposited directly into the student’ college or university account for assistance with tuition, books, etc. during the school year.
All nominees must describe in a short essay (250 words, double-spaced) their reflections on the ideals and philosophies of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and how they have attempted to emulate these qualities in their lives. All nominations must be received at ACA’s headquarters by June 1. For more information and to download the application form, please visit our website.
Completed applications should be submitted to:
Attn: Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Award Committee
206 N. Washington Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314
The scholarship is awarded to minority nominees who have demonstrated a need and a willingness to continue an educational mission toward a college education or graduate training related to a career in the criminal justice field. An ACA member may recommend nominations to the ACA Committee on Correctional Awards. Members, patrons and friends are invited to annually contribute to the fund for this scholarship.
Nominees need not be ACA members; however, nomination packages must include proof of, acceptance by, or current attendance at an undergraduate or graduate program of a four-year college. Nominations also must provide proof of or an affirmative statement of financial need and proof of academic achievement and demonstrate commitment to the principles of Dr. King. Please be sure that the nominee is attending college at the time the award is accepted, since the funds are deposited directly into the student’ college or university account for assistance with tuition, books, etc. during the school year.
All nominees must describe in a short essay (250 words, double-spaced) their reflections on the ideals and philosophies of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and how they have attempted to emulate these qualities in their lives. All nominations must be received at ACA’s headquarters by June 1. For more information and to download the application form, please visit our website.
Completed applications should be submitted to:
Attn: Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Award Committee
206 N. Washington Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, VA 22314
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The Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship
Scholarship ID: 195612
Contact: Linda R. Williams
Address: 1724 Massachusetts Ave., Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202-454-5920
Fax: 202-454-5775
Email Address: adamsscholarhsip@legacyforhealth.org
Application Deadline: April 30, 2013
Number Of Awards: 2
Maximum Amount: $5,000
Website Address:
Scholarship Description:
The Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship for Outreach
and Health Communications to Reduce Tobacco use among Priority Populations was
created in September 2005 to honor former foundation board member the Honorable
Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. Two scholarships will be awarded to undergraduate or
graduate students who are studying at an accredited institution of higher
education.
We have already begun accepting applications and will continue to do so until April 30th. Scholarship awardees will be notified by June 30th. Applicants will be chosen based on their outstanding community service and use of artistic abilities to increase awareness about the deadly toll tobacco takes within underserved communities.
We have already begun accepting applications and will continue to do so until April 30th. Scholarship awardees will be notified by June 30th. Applicants will be chosen based on their outstanding community service and use of artistic abilities to increase awareness about the deadly toll tobacco takes within underserved communities.
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Sheryl A. Horak Law Enforcement Explorer
Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship ID: 92364
Contact: National Law
Enforcement Scholarships and Awards
Address: National Law Enforcement
Scholarships and Awards
PO Box 152079, Irving, TX
75015-2079
Phone: 972-580-2418
Application Deadline: March
31, 2013
Number Of Awards: See Description
Maximum Amount:
$1,000
Website Address:
Scholarship Description:
This merit-based award involves a $1,000,
one-time scholarship. The number of scholarships awarded depends upon the yield
of the endowment. The award also includes a plaque and pin. The recognition
will be presented at the national law enforcement explorer conference or a
local ceremony.
Any law enforcement Explorer who is at least in the 12th grade may apply. Candidates will be evaluated according to their academic record, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and personal statement on "Why I want to pursue a career in law enforcement."
Any law enforcement Explorer who is at least in the 12th grade may apply. Candidates will be evaluated according to their academic record, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and personal statement on "Why I want to pursue a career in law enforcement."
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VISINE® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship
Program
Scholarship ID: 217513
Contact: International
Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS)
Address:
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1321 Murfreesboro Road
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Suite 800
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Nashville, TN 37217
Phone: 615-777-3750
Fax: 615-320-3151
Email Address:
contactus@applyISTS.com
Application Deadline: March
1, 2013
Number of Awards: 10
Maximum Amount:
$5,000
Website Address:
http://www.visine.com/scholarship
Scholarship Description
The VISINE® STUDENTS WITH VISION™ Scholarship
Program will grant $5,000 merit scholarships to enrolled college students and
graduating high school seniors who demonstrate a clear and unique vision,
strong ambition and determination to bring their dream to life. In addition to
academics, leadership in community service and extracurricular activities,
applicants’ personal stories of how they are moving toward their goal will be
considered.
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Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education
Provided by : Private Foundation Services, Inc.
Award: Varies
Deadline: April
09, 2013
The Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for
Education provides interest - free loans to undergraduate and graduate students
who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and financial need. You must
be a U.S. citizen, have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $4,995 or
less, and attend school in the state in which you reside (some exceptions
apply). You must also have an outstanding combination of standardized test
scores and grades. Law students are not eligible to apply.
You will be directed to the scholarship
provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship.
Type of Award: Loan
Awards Available: Unspecified
Applicable Majors: All Fields of Study
Website: http://www.evaleeschwarztrust.org
Additional Information:
Loan amounts generally range from $5,000 to
$15,000 with a $50,000 lifetime cap per student. Please visit the sponsor's Web
site for additional information.
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Dr. Joseph Graham Fellowship for College
Pro-Life Leaders
Provided by : Texas Right to Life
Award: $2000
Deadline: March 25, 2013
The Dr. Joseph Graham Fellowship is available to
high school seniors and undergraduate students who have at least three years of
course work left to complete at a Texas University. To be considered, you must
share the belief that human life begins at fertilization and ends at natural
death.
You will be directed to the scholarship
provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship.
Type of Award: Fellowship
Awards Available: Unspecified
Applicable Majors: All Fields of Study
Website:
Additional Information:
Fellows must devote 50 hours each semester to
organizing pro - life projects and events. Fellows must also attend one - week
summer training in Houston. Please visit the sponsor's Web site for additional
information.
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Lowe's Home Improvement
Last year we gave
$5 million in grants to your local schools through Lowe's
Toolbox for Education. Do you know a school that could use an upgrade this
year?
Hurry, the application deadline is Friday:
http://www.toolboxforeducation.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ToolboxForEducation?group_id=0
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Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program: A young volunteer will receive up to $10,000
in scholarships.
Nominations accepted through March 15. Nominate a volunteer
ages 6-18 years. Nominators must be over
21 years of age.\
http://email.kohls.com/pub/sf/FormLink?_ri_=X0Gzc2X%3DWQpglLjHJlTQGzbHSrWr2EvHS5FvfWmqaSzekINPzeszc8za32za3jVXMtX%3DWQpglLjHJlTQGinh59wXu9rXzfHcgLktG2ipCzbGDzgH9Y5vKe4&_ei_=Eu2X9T8M6sxdHFckcMds4sRwwqCNVrI.
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It’s that time again! The 2013 SDFCU Scholarship
Competition has begun. This year, the Board of Directors has approved a $60,000
award amount that will be distributed among the winners selected by the
Scholarship Committee. Scholarship winners are selected based on academic
achievement, financial need, personal statement and essay.
Qualified scholarship applicants must:
Qualified scholarship applicants must:
- Have an SDFCU* account in good
standing
- Be currently enrolled in a
degree program and have completed at least 12 credit hours of coursework
at an accredited college or university
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.5
(cumulative on a 4.0 scale) and submit official/sealed transcripts
- Submit the completed
application and all required information by April 29, 2013
An additional $5,000
will be awarded for the Stephen K. Fischel Memorial Scholarship. This amount
will be awarded to one applicant who meets all the requirements of the general
scholarship, completes the scholarship application and submits an additional
one-page essay answering "What could State Department Federal Credit Union
do to attract new members?"
Click below for the
Scholarship Application or stop by any SDFCU Branch location to pick one
up. Applications, and all required materials, are due by Monday, April 29,
2013.
If you have any
questions, you can read over our Frequently Asked
Questions, or email us at sdfcu@sdfcu.org.
https://www.sdfcu.org/sites/default/files/Library/Documents/applications/2013ScholarshipApplication.pdf
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STEM GRADUATES!!!
It's
getting time to graduate!
2013
GRADUATE
Are
you Ready?
Ready
to give back,
earn
a good salary with benefits,
defer
your student loans and
live
in a community with top students
graduating
in the areas of STEM
with
a corporate diversity training component
and
MS degree option?
If
so, respond to reachteachresidency@gmail.com for
an initial screening and application request and type
"INTERESTED"
in the SUBJECT LINE!
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WHO:
Minority STEM majors: undergraduate and graduate students
may apply.
HBCU
and HSI graduates encouraged to apply.
WHAT:
New Initiative--REACH TEACH RESIDENCY
WHEN:
EMAIL US NOW for 2013 FOLLOW UP INFORMATION
We
want to hear from Graduates and Recent Graduates in STEM related majors
interested in:
1.
Giving back to young people
2.
Earning 43K-45K starting
3.
Joining a competitive team with fellow alumni
4.
Student Loan Deferment
5.
Up-scaled modern living accommodations
6. Corporate Leadership training
in STEM field
7. Earning
MS degree
This
is a preliminary email to gauge the need and interest in and among Black and
Hispanic recent and upcoming college and graduate school graduates.
Thank
you!
Reach
Teach Residency 2013
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Jimmy Rane Foundation
Scholarship
Provided by : Jimmy
Rane Foundation
Award:
Varies
Deadline:
February 15, 2013
The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship is
available to graduating high school seniors and full - time college freshmen
and sophomores. To be considered, you must demonstrate financial need and
exhibit academic excellence, leadership skills and community involvement as
well as activities, awards, and honors. You must also be a resident of
Washington, D.C., Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina,
Tennessee, Louisiana, Texas, North Carolina, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Arkansas,
Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia,
Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, Delaware, or New Jersey
You will be directed to the scholarship
provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship.
Type of Award: Scholarship
Awards Available: Unspecified
Applicable Majors: All Fields of Study
Website:
MD & DC Credit Union College Scholarship
Scholarship ID: 134061
Contact: Kyle Swisher
Address
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8975 Guilford Road
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Suite 190
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Columbia, MD 21046
Phone: 443-325-0771
Email Address:
scholarship@cufound.org
Application Deadline: March 31, 2013
Number Of Awards: 11
Maximum Amount:
$1,000
Website Address
Website Address
http://www.cufound.org/scholarship.htm
Scholarship Description
The Credit Union Foundation of MD & D.C. is
pleased to announce its $11,000 College Scholarship Program. Ten $1,000
scholarships will be awarded to the winning essay-based applicants in May, and
a new video-based award category has been added and will earn the selected
video producer a $1,000 college scholarship.
For complete information and the application form, go to: www.cufound.org/scholarship.htm
Any member of a Maryland or D.C.-based credit union who currently attends or who has been accepted to attend college may apply.
For complete information and the application form, go to: www.cufound.org/scholarship.htm
Any member of a Maryland or D.C.-based credit union who currently attends or who has been accepted to attend college may apply.
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Howard P. Rawlings Educational Assistance Grant
Scholarship ID: 87822
Contact: Office of Student Financial Assistance
Address:
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Maryland Higher
Education Commission
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6 N Liberty Street,
Ground Suite
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Baltimore , MD 21201
Phone: 410-767-3300
Fax: 410-974-5376
Fax: 410-974-5376
Application Deadline: March 1, 2013
Number Of Awards: See Description
Number Of Awards: See Description
Maximum Amount:
See Description
Website Address:
Website Address:
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http://www.mhec.state.md.us/financialAid/ProgramDe...
Scholarship Description
Who may apply: Current high school seniors and
full-time, degree-seeking undergraduates.
How to apply: Complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
When to apply: January 1st through March 1st each year. Late applicants will be placed on a waiting list.
Eligible majors: All majors are eligible.
You and your parents (if you are a dependent student) must be Maryland residents. You must enroll at a two-year or four-year Maryland college or university as a full-time (12+ credits per semester), degree seeking, undergraduate student. Audited courses cannot be used to reach the minimum credit hours required for full-time status. You must demonstrate financial need. All applicants are ranked by Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Your EFC is based on information reported on the FAFSA. Students with the lowest EFC are awarded first. This award may be renewed if recipients maintain satisfactory academic progress, submit the FAFSA no later than March 1st each year and continue demonstrating financial aid.
How to apply: Complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
When to apply: January 1st through March 1st each year. Late applicants will be placed on a waiting list.
Eligible majors: All majors are eligible.
You and your parents (if you are a dependent student) must be Maryland residents. You must enroll at a two-year or four-year Maryland college or university as a full-time (12+ credits per semester), degree seeking, undergraduate student. Audited courses cannot be used to reach the minimum credit hours required for full-time status. You must demonstrate financial need. All applicants are ranked by Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Your EFC is based on information reported on the FAFSA. Students with the lowest EFC are awarded first. This award may be renewed if recipients maintain satisfactory academic progress, submit the FAFSA no later than March 1st each year and continue demonstrating financial aid.
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Maryland Part Time Grant Program
Scholarship ID: 87753
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Contact: Office of Student Financial Assistance
Address:
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Maryland Higher
Education Commission
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839 Bestgate Road, Suite
400
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Annapolis, MD 21401-1781
Phone: 410-260-4565
Fax: 410-974-5376
Application Deadline: March 1, 2013
Fax: 410-974-5376
Application Deadline: March 1, 2013
Number Of Awards: See Description
Maximum Amount:
$2,000
Website Address
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http://www.mhec.state.md.us/financialAid/ProgramDe...
Scholarship Description
Who
may apply: Part-time, degree-seeking undergraduates and students who are
simultaneously enrolled in a secondary school and an institution of higher
education (dually enrolled students).
How to apply: Part-time undergraduates must complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact the financial aid office of the institution you will attend and ask to be considered for the Part-Time Grant. Dually enrolled students must contact your college financial aid office to determine the application process.
When to apply: File your FAFSA January 1 through March 1. Contact the financial aid office of the institution you will attend for additional deadlines.
Eligible majors: All majors are eligible.
How to apply: Part-time undergraduates must complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Contact the financial aid office of the institution you will attend and ask to be considered for the Part-Time Grant. Dually enrolled students must contact your college financial aid office to determine the application process.
When to apply: File your FAFSA January 1 through March 1. Contact the financial aid office of the institution you will attend for additional deadlines.
Eligible majors: All majors are eligible.
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Fred Wiesner Educational Excellence Scholarship
Provided by : Association
of Texas Professional Educators
Award: $1500
Deadline: June 03, 2013
The Wiesner Educational Excellence Scholarship
is available to undergraduate and graduate students at Texas colleges and
universities. You must be enrolled in an accredited educator preparation
program to be eligible for this award.
You will be directed to the scholarship
provider's website. There, you can begin your application for this scholarship.
Type of Award: Scholarship
Awards Available: 4
Applicable Majors: Adult Literacy Tutor/Instructor
Adult and Continuing Education
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural
Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Community College Education
Computer Teacher Education
Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher
Education
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Driver and Safety Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education
Education
Education/Teaching of Autistic
Education/Teaching of Blind and Visually Impaired
Education/Teaching of Deaf and Hearing Impaired
Education/Teaching of Developmentally Delayed
Education/Teaching of Early Childhood Special
Education
Education/Teaching of Emotionally Disturbed
Education/Teaching of Learning Disabled
Education/Teaching of Mentally Retarded
Education/Teaching of Multiply Disabled
Education/Teaching of Orthopedically Impaired
Education/Teaching of Speech or Language
Impaired
Education/Teaching of Traumatically Brain
Injured
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Elementary Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Environmental Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
Geography Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
Health Occupations Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Indian/Native American Education
International and Comparative Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education
Kindergarten/PreSchool Education
Latin Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Montessori Teacher Education
Multicultural Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Psychology Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Religious Education
Sales and Marketing Teacher Education
School Counselor Education
School Librarian/Media Specialist
Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching
Speech Teacher Education
Student Counseling
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teaching Assistants
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Technical Teacher Education
Technology and Industrial Arts Teacher Education
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
Urban Education and Leadership
Waldorf/Steiner Teacher Education
Website:
Additional Information:
Please visit the sponsor's Web site for
additional information.
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