School of Education Aid
Education Aid
Refer to the Financial Aid Options
brochure from the School of Education for more information.
State Aid
APLE
The Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE)
is a non-competitive teacher incentive program which
encourages students to become teachers. Participants
must intend to teach in 1 of 11 designated shortage areas
as identified annually by the state, such as low-income
schools, state special schools, schools serving rural
areas, and/or schools where there is a high percentage
of teachers holding emergency permits. The student’s loan
balance must be in good standing. Annual payments are
made to the lending agency over a four-year period, and
awards range from $11,000 to $19,000.
The Federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program
This program can provide up to $5,000 for teachers who have already taught for
five years in an elementary or secondary school that is designated as a low
income school in the Annual Directory of Designated Low-Income Schools for Teacher
Cancellation Benefits. This is available at www.tcli.ed.gov.
For more information and/or application, visit AES/PHEAA at www.aesSuccess.org.
Fellowships
AAUW – American Association of University Women
The AAUW offers teacher fellowships designed to provide professional development
opportunities for female public school teachers, K-12. Go to www.aauw.org/fga for specific programs and funding amounts.
Doctoral Fellowships
Fellowships are available for students in the Doctor of
Educational Leadership (Ed.D.) program. These fellowships
provide a stipend of $4,500 per semester (fall and spring)
and a 50 percent tuition reduction for the year. Doctoral
research assistants are assigned to a doctoral faculty
member to assist with research and are expected to work
approximately nine hours per week. For more information and
application process, contact Gaye Rigdon at (626) 815-5374
or grigdon@apu.edu.
James Madison Memorial Fellowship
Current and prospective secondary school teachers in the
areas of social studies, American government, or American
history may be eligible. This fellowship includes up to
$24,000 and a month-long summer institute in Washington,
D.C. Visit www.jamesmadison.com.
Urban Education Research Fellows Program
Los Angeles Unified School District Program Evaluation and Research Branch has
established this Fellows Program to provide intensive professional development
and financial support for selected graduate student-researchers who have a commitment
to urban education. Financial support includes full tuition reimbursement and
half-time employment with a professional-level salary. Upon graduation, each
fellow will work for the district in a full-time capacity for a minimum of three
years. For more information, contact Jim Sass at (213) 241-8270 or jim.sass@lausd.net.
Applications are available at www.lausd.k12.ca.us/lausd/offices/perb/
and are due March/April each year.
Scholarships
California School Counselor Association Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial assistance to California graduate students
who intend to enter school service with a school counseling credential. Candidates
must be currently enrolled in a Pupil Personnel Services program. Applications
are available through the Department of School Counseling and School Psychology,
(626) 815-5424 or Norris Truman (661) 720-4182, and must be submitted by mid-March.
CSLA – California School Library Association Southern Section Scholarship
These scholarships are for students working on a library certificate. Applications
are available on the CSLA website at www.schoolibrary.org/awa/scholarships.htm under Southern Section/ Scholarship. The deadline
is January 31.
Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship
The Delta Phi Chapter Frances Maxson Sanchez Scholarship grants awards yearly
for a minimum of $500 each. Women enrolled in teacher preparation programs at
APU, who have completed student teaching during the year of award application
and have demonstrated dedication and professional achievement in teaching, academic
success, and community service, are encouraged to apply. Applications must be
received by March 1, and the scholarship is awarded in April. For applications
or more information, contact Catherine Touney, Holland Crest Middle School, (626) 931-1760.
Julie Jantzi and Jessamine Hardcastle Encouragement Grant
Single mothers enrolled in an adult and professional studies program or working toward a credential or master’s degree in the fields of education or business may apply for a Julie Jantzi and Jessamine Hardcastle Encouragement Grant. This grant is for up to $600 annually for up to three single mothers. The deadline is November 26; selections are made in late November and presented in December. Candidates must submit a single-page written statement that 1) describes goals after degree or credential completion, and 2) provides evidence of commitment to completing studies. Please submit the single page statement to Peggy Cooney at pcooney@apu.edu.
Pi Lambda Theta Scholarships
Applications and deadline information are online at www.pilambda.org
or call (800) 487-3411 to receive information by mail. Awards vary from $200
to $1,000. A number of categories exist including music, physical education,
counseling, psychology, and classroom teaching. Distinguished student scholar
awards are also available.
Alice V. Watkins Scholarship
Applicants for this $500-$1,000 annual award must be
academically qualified and enrolled in a program leading
to a graduate degree or credential program and have
demonstrated financial need. Applications are available
at all APU campuses and are accepted in September.
Recipeints will receive written notification of award.
Ethel Louise Armstrong (ELA)
The ELA Foundation awards scholarships each year to
women with disabilities who are pursuing an advanced
degree. Visit www.disabilityrights.org.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is the largest Hispanic
scholarship-granting organization in the nation. HSF
provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanic
students in higher education. Visit www.hsf.net.
Minority Student Scholarships
A large variety of scholarships are available for all minority students.
Visit www.free-4u.com.
Lillian B. Wehmeyer Scholarship for Doctoral Students
in Education
Applicants for this award must be currently enrolled in the
School of Education doctoral program on a half- or full-time
basis evidencing satisfactory academic progress. The annual
award(s) range from $1,000 to $3,500. Applicants must
demonstrate academic ability, commitment to service, and
financial need as determined by the Selection Committee.
Applications are available through the Department of Doctoral
Studies in Education and are to be received by May 1 for the
following academic year. Recipients will be notified in writing
of the award.
