Scholarships

jar of coins with graduation cap sitting on top of a bookThe School of Education offers many scholarship opportunities to its students. All applications for Teacher Education scholarships must be completed through the Cougar Scholarship Awarding System (CSAS). Scholarships are available for both undergraduate and graduate students. It is highly encouraged students complete a FAFSA as a companion to the scholarship application.  

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Scholarships for Education Students


These scholarships are open to all students who are pursuing a degree in education at the College of Charleston. Explore the various opportunities.
  • Alexander Family Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is an elementary or early childhood education major at the School of Education. 

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • The Bank of America Endowed Scholarship

    The Bank of America Endowed Scholarship in the School of Education is being established by Bank of America to assist students at the College of Charleston intending to enter the teaching profession. The scholarship will be used to recruit and retain outstanding students planning to major or minor in Education. Scholars will be selected based on academic merit with preference given to those with financial need. The scholarship is renewable for a total of four academic years provided they are enrolled as full-time students and continue to meet the academic standards established by the School of Education.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Dorie and George Spaulding Endowed Scholarship

    Candidates must display a passion for any major within the School of Education. They must demonstrate care and compassion for others (e.g. volunteer work that is not required). Candidates must have previous employment experience and submit an essay that describes their financial need for the scholarship and both their personal long and short-term goals. GPA and class standing will be considered.

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  • Dr. Monica A. Janas Memorial Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is enrolled in the teacher education program. The student must demonstrate financial need, maintain full-time status and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Higdon Fund for the Teacher Education Program

    Scholarship for students intending to major in teacher education. Preference for students from an underrepresented group.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.
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  • Lucy Garrett Beckham Memorial Endowed Scholarship

    The fund provides scholarships to students who have graduated from Wando High School intending to pursue a degree in teaching and have a demonstrated passion for teaching. An essay is required as part of the application. 

  • Mary A. Lee Endowed Fellowship in Special Education

    This fellowship is for a student majoring in Special Education.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Rebecca K. Clayton Scholarship in Education

    The recipient is a student majoring in education, who exhibits academic achievement, dedication to their future field, and demonstrates financial need. The student must be a rising junior or senior or an incoming graduate student at the College. The scholarship may be renewed if requirements continue to be met.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • School of Education General Scholarship

    This general scholarship is for any qualifying student in the School of Education and is given at the discretion of the Dean of the School.

  • Sharon Stella Holbert Memorial Scholarship

    This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior student who is an elementary education major. Requirements are based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, and work accomplished toward the major. First preference is given to students from Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, SC, who demonstrate satisfactory academic performance and community involvement. Second preference is given to students from York County, South Carolina.

    It is a bonus, but not a requirement, for the recipient to also be a member of the Chi Omega sorority. Recipients may renew the scholarship provided they continue to meet the criteria.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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Scholarships for Students of Color


These scholarships aim to foster diversity and inclusivity within the educational community. As part of our commitment to empowering students, we encourage all eligible individuals to explore these scholarship opportunities, enabling them to overcome financial barriers and pursue their passion for education. 
  • Dominion Scholarship

    The recipient must be a participant in Call Me MiSTER through the Teacher Education program.

    Apply through CSAS
  • Fran Welch Teacher Education Endowed Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is a minority student majoring in teacher education. Preference to students who are SC residents, are an active participant in Call Me MiSTER, and hold a 2.8 GPA or higher.

    The scholarship is renewable for the recipient as long as he or she maintains the requirements listed above.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Goizueta Foundation Scholars Endowment Fund

    The Goizueta Foundation Scholars Fund provides need-based scholarship assistance to two Spanish-speaking students in the School of Education. Spanish Oral Proficiency Interview document is required; academic merit is considered.

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  • Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation Endowed Scholarship

    he scholarship supports an under-represented male or female student in the Teacher Education Program or Master of Arts in Teaching with financial need and a strong academic record. The recipient must plan to teach in South Carolina.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Higdon Fund for the Teacher Education Program

    Scholarship for students intending to major in teacher education. Preference for students from an underrepresented group.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.
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  • Inspiring Teachers Scholarship

    This scholarship provides aid to minority students majoring in Teacher Education. Recipients must demonstrate financial need, maintain an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher, and completed or be currently enrolled in the course EDFS 201 Foundation in Education Preferences. 

    Recipient preferences include: resident of South Carolina

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  • Marie LePrince Farmer Annual Scholarship

    The recipient must be a minority student majoring in Teacher Education. Recipient preferences include that the student is an active participant in Call Me MiSTER, demonstrates financial need (complete the FAFSA) and the student maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

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  • Representative Floyd Breeland Endowed Scholarship

    The recipient must be an African American male student majoring in Teacher Education and must have demonstrated financial need (complete FAFSA to show need). Scholarship applications must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation. The scholarship is renewable for 2 years if student reapplies and the requirements continue to be met.

     

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  • William and James Mulvaney Family Endowed Scholarship

    This scholarship is intended for a student who must be a declared education major with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is renewable as long as the student maintains the requirements.

    Preference will be given to a minority, male undergraduate majoring in middle school education; preference to a Charleston resident, and preference to students with financial need.

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Scholarships for South Carolina Residents


These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from South Carolina.
  • Dr. Daniel and Penny Rosner Scholarship

    The recipient is a junior education major from South Carolina. The funds are renewable for senior year if the requirements are still met.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Elizabeth R. Reid Memorial School of Education Endowed Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is a rising sophomore, junior or senior in any major in the Teacher Education program, is a South Carolina resident with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA. 

    Preferences is given to a Fairfield County resident, followed in preference for a Chester County or Newberry County resident. Other preferences to be considered: undergraduate or graduate degree students majoring in education; student-athletes or students who participate in intramural activities; ROTC or veteran students.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Fran Welch Teacher Education EndowedScholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is a minority student majoring in teacher education. Preference to students who are SC residents, are an active participant in Call Me MiSTER, and hold a 2.8 GPA or higher.

    The scholarship is renewable for the recipient as long as he or she maintains the requirements listed above.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

    apply through csas
  • Inspiring Teachers Scholarship

    This scholarship provides aid to minority students majoring in Teacher Education. Recipients must demonstrate financial need, maintain an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher, and completed or be currently enrolled in the course EDFS 201 Foundation in Education Preferences. 

    Recipient preferences include: resident of South Carolina

    apply via CSAS
  • Jeremy Warren Vann Memorial Scholarship

    Up to five students may be awarded during the semester when they complete their clinical internship. Graduate or undergraduate students who are enrolled in an initial certification program in Teacher Education are eligible. Students should demonstrate financial need and academic merit. Preference to South Carolina residents.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • N. Edgar Miles Scholarship

    This scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education who have completed at least one early childhood or elementary education course. Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. When evaluating applications for this scholarship, a student’s capability to effectively work with young children, commitment to working in early childhood education and financial need will be considered.

    Preference is given to SC resident who demonstrates financial need.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Sharon Stella Holbert Memorial Scholarship

    This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior student who is an elementary education major. Requirements are based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, and work accomplished toward the major. First preference is given to students from Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, SC, who demonstrate satisfactory academic performance and community involvement. Second preference is given to students from York County, South Carolina.

    It is a bonus, but not a requirement, for the recipient to also be a member of the Chi Omega sorority. Recipients may renew the scholarship provided they continue to meet the criteria.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Viscidi Family Scholarship in Honor of Dean Frances C. Welch

    Scholarship recipients mustdemonstrate financial need, be South Carolina residents majoring in Teacher Education.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • William and James Mulvaney Family Endowed Scholarship

    This scholarship is intended for a student who must be a declared education major with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The scholarship is renewable as long as the student maintains the requirements.

    Preference will be given to a minority, male undergraduate majoring in middle school education; preference to a Charleston resident, and preference to students with financial need.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

    apply through CSAS

Scholarships for Clinical Internship


These scholarships are for students who are preparing to complete their clinical internship semester (usually their final semester in the program). Due to the rigor and time commitment of the internship semester, these funds provide an opportunity for students to focus solely on the internship and not worry about the financial burden.

Scholarships for Graduate Students


These scholarship opportunities are specifically for students pursuing a graduate degree with the School of Education. 
  • Aline Smith Bulwinkle Memorial Scholarship

    The scholarship recognizes an outstanding first-year graduate student in Early Childhood Education (Master of Arts in Teaching). Scholarship recipients are selected based on academic performance, work experience in the field and community and campus involvement. The scholarship is renewable for up to two years for students who continue to meet the criteria.

  • Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation Endowed Scholarship

    The scholarship supports an under-represented male or female student in the Teacher Education Program or Master of Arts in Teaching with financial need and a strong academic record. The recipient must plan to teach in South Carolina.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Mary Ellen Hartnett Sottile Endowed Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is a student who is committed to teaching. Specifically, someone seeking to become a teacher through a Master of Arts in Teaching or current teachers who are seeking a Master’s in Education. Financial need will be considered. The scholarship is renewable if the requirements continue to be met.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • Matthew Scott Ciganovic Endowed Memorial Scholarship

    The recipient of this scholarship is an undergraduate education major or is a Master of Arts in teacher education candidate entering their clinical internship semester. An essay is required as part of the application process.

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  • N. Edgar Miles Scholarship

    This scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education who have completed at least one early childhood or elementary education course. Candidates must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. When evaluating applications for this scholarship, a student’s capability to effectively work with young children, commitment to working in early childhood education and financial need will be considered.

    Preference is given to SC resident who demonstrates financial need.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

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  • NSCDA-SC Teaching of History Scholarship (Colonial Dames)

    This is an annual scholarship for two students pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education. Two scholarships will be awarded each year; one following the spring semester and one following the summer class. Special consideration will be given to students who participate in projects sponsored by the National Society of Colonial Dames of America in the state of SC. 

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  • Rebecca K. Clayton Scholarship in Education

    The recipient is a student majoring in education, who exhibits academic achievement, dedication to their future field, and demonstrates financial need. The student must be a rising junior or senior or an incoming graduate student at the College. The scholarship may be renewed if requirements continue to be met.

    This scholarship is hidden in CSAS, the system will auto-match students who complete the general scholarship application and meet the requirements.

    apply through csas