Gear Up Educator Scholarships
Sponsored by Walden University
Walden and NCCEP GEAR UP to Promote Teacher-Scholars
Educators are the front line in education reform, influencing the future of students and their families on a daily basis. To support their efforts, Walden University has partnered with the National Council for Community and Education Partnerships (NCCEP) to offer five $2,500 scholarships* to educators affiliated with the national Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP).
Eligible Walden Programs
Eligible candidates may apply the scholarship to a graduate degree program offered by The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership, including the following
- Ph.D. in Education (10 specializations)
- Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) (3 specializations)
- M.S. in Education (13 specializations)
Additional Tuition Savings†
GEAR UP is a federal program designed to increase the number of low-income students who are prepared to enter college. Teachers participating in the GEAR UP program may also save† 10 percent on tuition on Walden degree programs.
Apply Today
Download the complete scholarship application form here. Applications must be postmarked by March 16, 2009.
*Scholarships are contingent on admittance to one of these programs.
†Not valid for Tennessee residents. Only one tuition-reduction benefit may be applied to tuition and fees.
