School of Education Scholarships

This application will be used to award multiple scholarships for Fall 2026 & Spring 2027 offered by the School of Education.

Minimum eligibility requirements for ALL School of Education Scholarships (additional documents or essays may be required if you are a finalist):

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time, degree-seeking student (12 credits undergraduate / 9 credits graduate) in an Education program
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
  • Please upload an updated personal statement and resume

Students must be US Citizens, Permanent Residents, or International Students on an F1 Visa for aid eligibility.

Questions? Email scholarships@fiu.edu.

Award
Varies
Deadline
06/08/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please submit a typed personal statement (double spaced, two-page maximum) that describes your educational goals and how being a recipient of this scholarship will help you fulfill them.
  2. Please upload an updated resume.
  3. Please request a letter of recommendation. Letter MUST be from a teacher, professor, academic counselor or advisor who can attest to student’s academic potential, leadership qualities, and/or community service.
  4. Are you enrolled in courses in the College of Education for the purpose of obtaining certifications in any specialty in Special Education?
  5. Are you a teacher in MDCPS or BCS?
  6. Are you currently enrolled in a secondary education program (preparing to teach 6th–12th graders)?
  7. Have taken at least one Social Studies Education course (course with an SSE prefix)?
  8. Answer the following essay question in a one-page, double-spaced response:
    • How do technology and education influence the future of society, and why are they important for growth and success?
    • “How can urban development projects be designed to better support people with special needs and create more inclusive communities?”
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