Institutional Aid
School of Education
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. 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 year
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.
American School Counselor Application
Each year, ASCA awards $1000 scholarships for up to 10 deserving students enrolled
full–time in a master’s–level couseling program. Applications are
due October 15 and are available at
www.schoolcounselor.org.
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.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
This scholarship offers awards of $1000, $2500, and $5000 to Latino students who
have a history of performing public service–oriented activities in their
communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future. The deadline is
April 16, and applications are available at
www.chciyouth.org.
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.
Ernest L. Boyer Teacher Scholarship
The Boyer Center offers annual awards of $1500 to teaching credential students who
exemplify characteristics that Boyer believed essential to becoming a good teacher.
Applications become available in early February and are available through Chris Zeilenga,
(626) 815-5479 or contact via e-mail at czeilenga@apu.edu.
Jessamine Hopkins Hardcastle Encouragement Grant
Single parents 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 Jessamine Hopkins Hardcastle Encouragement Grant. This $600 award will be given
annually to three single parents. The deadline is November 26; selections are made in
late November and presented in December. A written statement that 1) describes goals
after degree or credential completion, 2) provides evidence of commitment to completing
studies, and 3)is no longer than a single page, must be submitted to be considered for
this award. Please submit the single page statement to Julie Jantzi at jjantzi@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.
Polish University Club Scholarship
Students of Polish descent may visit www.pucla.org to
request an application.
Simmerok Family Scholarship Fund
Applicants for this award must be graduate students pursuing a degree in education
and/or enrolled in graduate online programs and demonstrate financial need. Applications
are available at all APU campuses in September and January or through Chris Zeinelga,
(626) 815-5479 or contact via e-mail at czeilenga@apu.edu.
For applications, assistance, or further information about any of the education awards listed, contact Chris Zeilenga, director of graduate scholarship and grant advising, School of Education, (626) 815-5479, czeilenga@apu.edu.
