Grants for Student Teachers

Types

• Grant money is available through the U.S. Department of Education for student teachers who will eventually work in high-need districts.

Identification

• The American Federation of Teachers has a list of grants and scholarships, as well as loan forgiveness programs. Many require working in high-need areas.

Geography

• States often have grants and scholarships for student teachers. State education departments will offer lists of these funds.

Considerations

• Private funding, such as through the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, offers fellowships for student teachers willing to work in public schools while completing their masters degree.

Potential

• Colleges and universities may be the source of grants for student teachers through the education department or financial aid office. Grants may be geared to specific subjects or degrees.