Scholarships and financial aid can help pay for your degree
Paying for college without creating other financial stress is an important part of the decision process. Many students combine scholarships, assistantships and loans to help support their education.
Each year during the Spring semester, all currently enrolled School of Education students will receive notice when the scholarship application process opens for submissions via the Ram Scholarship Hub. The majority of School of Education scholarships are only available to students who have at least one semester of completed coursework as a VCU School of Education student.
Check out our scholarship opportunities:
For all Students
- 50th Anniversary Urban Education Scholarship*
For students interested in an educational career in an urban environment
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - Ann Elizabeth Marston Endowed Scholarship
For students in the Teacher Preparation Program with leadership qualities and financial need - April Marie “Sweet” Hart Scholarship
For future teachers who have (or have had) demonstrated interest in gymnastics or cheerleading - Barbara E. Gibson Scholarship in Adult Education Certification
For students enrolled in the online adult literacy certification program - Dale Kalkofen Scholarship in Education Leadership
For students pursuing leadership careers in K-12 schools - Department of Teaching and Learning Scholarship
For students enrolled in the Teacher Preparation Program - Dr. William F. Goggin Merit Scholarship
For students interested in teaching - Ena Gross Scholarship in Secondary Mathematics Education
For degree-seeking students with financial need interested in a career in secondary math education - Eugene A. Mason Jr. and Vivian Conway Mason Scholarship Fund
For students who plan to teach in an urban or high-needs school - James O. Hodges Scholarship
For students interested in careers in elementary education who have been significantly involved with the Student Virginia Education Association - Jean E. Lokerson and M. Elise Blankenship Scholarship Fund
For undergraduate and graduate students - Jo Lynne S. DeMary Merit Scholarship in Education
Merit-based scholarship for students interested in teaching - John and Mary Sue Oehler Scholarship for Urban Education*
For graduate and undergraduate students
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - Loraine M. Stewart Endowed Scholarship*
For students in the Teacher Preparation Program who have demonstrated a strong interest in multicultural education
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - Mary Ann Wright Scholarship in Educational Leadership
For degree-seeking students in a K-12 leadership program - Meadows L. Phillips and Thomas H. Weatherford Veterans Scholarship
For students in the Teacher Preparation Program with an honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces - Miriam S. Blake Scholarship in Early and Elementary
For student leaders with financial need, enrolled in the Teacher Preparation program - Pearl Burford Scholarship
For students planning to teach in elementary schools - Phi Delta Kappa at VCU Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship for students interested in teaching or professional education - Rizpah L. Welch Scholarship Fund in the School of Education
For full-time students majoring in special education - Rose B. Adams Scholarship*
For students pursuing a career in education in an urban or high-needs school
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - S. Virginia and Berta M. Newell Scholarship Fund
For full-time students in an early and elementary education program - School of Education Alumni Council Scholarship
Merit- and need-based scholarship available for all school programs - School of Education Faculty Organization Scholarship
Need-based award for students taking at least six credits - Stephanie, Rebecca and Norris Holt Scholarship*
For students pursuing careers in urban secondary public education
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - Thomas Louis Wright Scholarship
For future K-12 teachers, with preference given to those interested in teaching history or social studies
For Undergraduate Students Only
Harris Scholars Program
Open to undergraduates (rising junior or senior)
For Graduate and Undergraduate Students Only
- Dr. Jean E. Lokerson and Dr. M. Elise Blankenship Endowed Scholarship
For graduate students pursuing a degree in special Education/Learning Disabilities - Fred P. Orelove Scholarship in Disability Studies
For students enrolled in the disability studies certificate program - Future Educators Scholarship
For graduate and undergraduate students - S. Stanley and Anita H. Prince Scholarship
For graduate and undergraduate students
For Graduate and Doctoral Students Only
- Ann Sarratt Garner Endowed Scholarship
For students pursuing an M.Ed. with an early childhood special education concentration - Arnold P. Fleshood Scholarship Fund
For students interested in careers in reading or language arts education - Claire McCarthy Scholarship
For master's students in the Center for Sport Leadership - Colleen Canvin Clark Scholarship in Counselor Education
For degree-seeking students in counselor education program with strong financial need - Debbie and Todd House Urban Education Scholarship in Math and Science
For students interested in teaching science or math in urban secondary schools - Dr. A. Gaynelle Whitlock Scholarship
Merit- and need-based scholarship for future elementary school counselors - Dr. Le Etta Pratt (Lee) Merit Scholarship
Merit-based award for those interested in teaching special education - Elaine West Johnson Scholarship in Special Education
For students committed to teaching children with disabilities in urban environments - Jack A. Duncan Scholarship Fund in the School of Education
For degree-seeking students in counselor education programs - Jessie Hibbs Scholarship
For female Virginia residents with dependent children - John A. Van de Walle Professional Development Fund
For students looking to teach math in a K-8 environment - John A. Van de Walle Scholarship
For students looking to teach math in a K-8 environment - John R. Cook Scholarship in Counselor Education
For graduate students seeking a degree in counseling - Michael D. Davis Scholarship in Urban Education*
For future teachers or special educators interested in working in urban settings with diverse populations
*For Innovative Teacher Pipeline (ITP) students only - N. Thelma Jones Scholarship in Education
For full-time M.T. students planning to enter secondary education - Noyce II Scholarship/Stipend
For future teachers in STEM fields committed to working in urban settings - Patricia Duncan Scholarship Fund in Reading and Language Arts
For students pursuing a career in reading or language arts education - Phi Kappa Phi Graduate Scholarships
University-wide scholarship available for students with minimum 3.8 GPA - Richard J. Rezba Scholarship in Science Education
For students pursuing a career in science education - Robert and Gladys Fleming Scholarship
For part-time and full-time students seeking administration and supervision, counselor education or adult education degrees - The Howard G. Garner Scholarship Fund
For students exploring interdisciplinary solutions to development disabilities - Vicki Godsey White Scholarship in Special Education
For students studying early childhood special education - Waverly M. Cole Scholarship in Science Education
For master's degree students with a science concentration - William C. Bosher Jr. Scholarship
For students seeking a master's degree in administration and supervision
For Doctoral Students Only
- Andrew and Darnetta Daire Dissertation Scholarship
For students conducting impactful doctoral dissertation research work addressing the needs of a high needs population - Betty G. Leggett Scholarship
For students enrolled in the Ph.D. in education program, with a concentration in art education - Schumacher Fund for Dissertation Research
For doctoral students working on dissertation research - Seyfarth Family Scholarship
For Ph.D. students in the educational leadership track, committed to a career in public education
Emergency Fund Scholarship
School of Education students may apply for the $500 emergency fund scholarship on Ram Scholarship Hub at any time.
Scholarship FAQs
When is my scholarship application due?
We will open our next annual scholarship application window on March 1, 2025. You must submit your application by April 15, 2025.
Who can apply for a School of Education scholarship?
If you’ve completed at least one semester as a School of Education, you can apply.
Note: Some scholarships are open to prospective and incoming students only.
How do I apply for a School of Education Scholarship?
Start by going to the RAMS Scholarship HUB, where you’ll find the scholarship application.
- Login with your eID and password.
- Complete the VCU General Application.
- Complete the School of Education Conditional Application.
- Submit your application - you will automatically be considered for those scholarships where you meet eligibility requirements.
*Please note that there are some scholarship opportunities that require additional questions to be answered, and you have to apply for them directly.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes.
When will I find out if I received a scholarship?
We notify all recipients by July 1.
How will I receive my scholarship funds?
Funds are applied to your coursework starting in the fall semester. Your funds will be processed in mid-July by University Financial Aid, which posts your scholarship dollars directly to your VCU student account by late August.
Who do I contact with issues about my scholarship posting to my account?
Contact Samantha Ray, Student Services Specialist in the School of Education at raysa@vcu.edu
If I graduate in May, can I still apply for a scholarship?
No, unless you are in the Innovative Teacher Pipeline.
Are part-time students eligible for SOE Scholarships?
Yes, unless the scholarship lists full-time status in its eligibility.
Are international students eligible for SOE scholarships?
Yes.
Who should I contact if I have trouble with my application?
Reach out to Samantha Ray, Student Services Specialist, at raysa@vcu.edu.