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One
of the central goals of Stetson
University
is to create an inclusive community–a place where all paths are explored,
where social responsibility is emphasized, and where groups work
collaboratively rather than competitively. The Education Department fosters
change by recognizing the points of difference we have as a result of
racial/ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation and religious heritage,
among other factors and encourage a celebration of the points of intersection
we share as a result of these differences. Rather than seeing differences as
a source of separation, the Department promotes the belief that through the
splendor of our different experiences, we come to realize that we are all
bound together as members of one over-arching, values-driven community of
learners.
In an effort to expand our student
population with diverse backgrounds and foster inclusive classrooms we offer
several discounts and scholarship opportunities. We encourage all
to apply:
Undergraduate:
Florida
Minority Recruitment Scholarship:
Eligibility:
African-American, Hispanic/Latino,
Asian-American/Pacific Islander, American Indian/Alaskan Natives; must be a
Florida resident, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, be admitted into the teacher
education program (or have no more than 18 upper-division education credits),
maintain a 2.5 GPA each semester while in the scholarship program, and teach
one year in a Florida public school for each year the student receives the
scholarship. More specific information can be found in the Office of Teacher
Education (386) 822-7070.
Deadline:
July 1, fall; November 15, spring
Value: $2,000
per semester for up to three semesters
Jean Greenlaw Graduate Education Scholarship: Through
the generous gift of the Greenlaw family a 1,000 scholarship is awarded to a
Stetson undergraduate seeking to continue his/her education in Florida.
Interested Stetson undergraduates should contact the Office of Teacher
Education to alert the department of your intentions to pursue your graduate
degree. The recipient is selected through ballot voting by departmental
faculty.
Deadline:
April 1st
Value:
$1,000
Stetson
University
Scholarships for BESTS and HATS
Participants
StetsonUniversity
offers a $1,000 annual scholarship to any student who is a member of
Belin-Blank Exceptional Student Talent Search (BESTS) and/or participated in
the HATS Summer Program. This scholarship will be extended over the four-year
period you are here for a total of $4,000, and it is awarded in addition to
any other scholarships you receive here at Stetson. It is important to note
that high achieving students typically receive substantial scholarship
assistance at Stetson. The HATS Scholarship is to recognize the extraordinary
efforts you made in your youth by participating in BESTS and/or the HATS
Summer Program.
Deadline: Inquire during admission
process
Value:
Up to $4,000 dollars
Graduate:
Florida
Critical Teacher Shortage Loan Forgiveness and Tuition Reimbursement:
The
Critical Teacher Shortage Student Loan Forgiveness Program (
CTSLF) provides financial assistance to eligible Florida
teachers who hold a valid Florida Teacher’s Certificate or Florida
Department of Health License by assisting them in the repayment of
undergraduate and graduate educational loans that led to certification in a
critical teacher shortage subject area. The Florida CTSLF is a state-funded
program and not the Federal Title I Program. This forgiveness loan can be used
after completion of a degree in an approved critical area. Candidates must
teach in that critical area for at least two years in a critical area. Note:
This is based on legislative approval and varies from year-to-year.
Deadline:
See website
Value:
Up to $10,000
The
Critical Teacher Shortage Tuition Reimbursement
Program (CTSTR) provides financial support to publicly-funded school employees
who hold a valid Florida Teacher’s Certificate or Florida
Department of Health License by assisting them with the repayment of
undergraduate and graduate educational courses that will lead to certification
or endorsement in a critical teacher shortage subject area. Note:
This is based on legislative approval and varies from year-to-year.
Deadline:
See website
Value:
$78/per credit hour
Teacher/Non-profit
Tuition Discount: A
40% tuition reduction is available to any full-time public/private school
employee or ba employees of non-profit organizations. (Discount forms must be
completed each semester). Please contact the Office of Graduate Studies (386)
822-7075
Deadline:
Summer
2007-May 29, 2007;
Fall-September 13, 2007;
Spring-February 6, 2008;
Summer 2008-May 29, 2008
Value: 40%
off tuition
Minority Recruitment Scholarship:
Stetson offers 8 one-course scholarships to Volusia
County
employees seeking admission into one of Stetson’s graduate
education/school-counseling programs. Information for these scholarships is
available through Volusia
County’s
professional development office or by contacting the Office of Graduate
studies (386) 822-7075.
Deadline:
May 15th
Value:
One 3 credit course
Gaylord Scholarship:
Through the generous funding by the Gaylord family, one-course scholarships
are available to candidates accepted into the Special Education Masters’
Degree. Information for these scholarships is available by contacting the
Office of Graduate studies (386) 822-7075 or the Director of Special Education
(Dr. Piechura-Couture; 822-7080).
Deadline:
Varies
Value:
One 3 credit course
Other
Scholarships and Grants may be available and we encourage you to search the
internet for additional opportunities.
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