School of Education Scholarships
Dallas College offers more than 300 scholarship opportunities annually to help students fund their college journey, including several scholarships specifically for School of Education students.
School of Education Opportunities
Chesmar Teacher Scholarship
The Chesmar Teacher Scholarship helps Texas students who are working towards a teaching degree through a community college.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours
- Minimum 2.5 GPA or higher
- Must be in one of these programs:
- A.A.S. Child Development/Early Childhood Education
- A.A.T. Early Childhood–Grade 6, 4–8 Generalist, or EC–12 Special Education
- B.A.S. Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Must complete the FAFSA or TAFSA process
- Preference is given to students who:
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- Work in a paid Teacher Residency or Apprenticeship in a Texas public school
- Currently work or recently worked for a partner school district
M&T Foundation Education Scholarship
The M&T Foundation Education Scholarship supports students who are working toward a four-year degree in education.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in at least 12 credit hours
- Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher
- Must have already completed 12 credit hours before applying
- Must be active in the B.A.S. Early Childhood Education and Teaching program
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Must complete the FAFSA process
- Priority is given to students who are underrepresented, first-generation or economically disadvantaged
Richard Ripley Scholarship
The Richard Ripley Scholarship supports seniors in the B.A.S. Early Childhood Education and Teaching program.
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in at least 9 credit hours
- Minimum 2.75 GPA or higher
- Must be a senior in the B.A.S. Early Childhood Education and Teaching program
- Must complete the FAFSA process
- Students may reapply each semester if they continue to qualify
How To Apply for Scholarships
To get started, complete the general Dallas College scholarship application. This application allows you to be considered for all Dallas College Foundation scholarships you are eligible for, including the School of Education scholarships listed above.