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Check out the featured scholarships for Houston teacher candidates.
There are many scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to future teachers in Houston. You just have to know where to look!
Get started with the currently featured Houston scholarships below, browse our national scholarship database, and check back often for updates.
Featured Houston Scholarships
TEACH for Houston Scholarship
To make it more affordable to apply to an educator preparation program, you can apply for a $1,000 scholarship directly from us. Your path to becoming a teacher should be full of opportunities. Hit Apply below to get started.
ApplyCharles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers
Apply for this $8,000 scholarship before January 15 if you plan to teach in a majority-economically disadvantaged school or in a shortage subject area in a Texas public school.
ApplyFederal Student Aid TEACH Grant
Get up to $4,000 a year with this scholarship if you plan to teach in a high-need field that serves students from low-income families.
ApplyMrs. Prindables Future Educator Scholarship
Apply for this $1,000 scholarship if you are an incoming or current college student majoring in education.
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Cost-Saving Strategies
There are many opportunities to reduce or eliminate your training expenses:
- Loan forgiveness programs
- Teacher training scholarships
- Training while in undergrad
- Earning a salary while completing your coursework
We'll break it down to help you take advantage of these options.
Worth the Investment
Applying for scholarships and other types of aid available to Houston teacher candidates can benefit you well beyond your college years. Some of them even provide assistance after you graduate by offsetting your student loans or helping you buy a house.
Winning scholarships and grants is a great way to build your resume and set you apart from the crowd when you’re applying for teaching jobs later on.
Keep an eye out for colleges and universities that offer their own scholarships, internships, work study and other opportunities for students to offset costs.
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