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Scholarships and Grants
The USF College of Education is proud to award more than $600,000 in scholarships to our students each year through private funding.
Applying for College of Education Scholarships
The majority of College of Education scholarships are listed on the AwardSpring portal, administered through the University of South Florida Financial Aid Office. The deadline to apply for scholarships is August 1, 2025—no extensions will be made. Only admitted students are able to access the AwardSpring portal.
AwardSpring allows students to apply for USF scholarships by completing a brief questionnaire that generates a list of scholarships they may be eligible for based on their responses. Some scholarships consider financial need and require that students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
All available College of Education scholarships are listed below. If a scholarship is not available on the AwardSpring portal, a PDF application link will be provided directly below the scholarship description. Students are encouraged to carefully review all qualifications and requirements before applying.
For more information contact the College of Education Scholarship Coordinator, Jennifer Fitzsimmons, at fitzsimm@usf.edu.
Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions: College of Education Scholarships
Q: When I log into AwardSpring, it says the deadline has passed. Can I still apply?
Yes! While most USF scholarships have closed, College of Education scholarships remain
open until August 1. If you're a College of Education student, simply click the “Apply” button and you’ll
still have full access to AwardSpring.
Q: When will I find out if I’ve been selected for a scholarship?
All applications are reviewed after the August 1 deadline by a committee of College of Education faculty, staff, and leadership. This ensures
every student has a fair and equal opportunity to apply and be considered. All students
will be notified of their status by the end of August.
Q: The scholarship says it has a preference for financial need—how is that determined?
Financial need is typically determined using your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) information. However, we encourage all students to apply, regardless of their FAFSA status. Scholarship decisions consider multiple factors,
and you never know how your application may compare to others or what unique circumstances
may set you apart.
Q: I’ve filled out my application, but the “Submit” button is greyed out. What should
I do?
If you requested a letter of recommendation, your application cannot be submitted until your reference submits their letter through
the AwardSpring system. We recommend checking your status daily and reminding your
reference to complete the submission using the provided link.
Q: Do I need to submit a letter of recommendation or upload a résumé?
It depends on the scholarship. A few scholarships require these documents, and AwardSpring won’t let you submit without them. Even when optional,
submitting a résumé and letter of recommendation is strongly encouraged. Each application is scored by reviewers, and résumé/recommendation sections count
toward your total score. Not including them could lower your competitiveness.
Q: Are there scholarships for my major or grade level?
Absolutely! There are scholarships for all majors and all levels—from undergraduates to graduate and PhD students. You can read through the full list
of scholarships on our website, but the easiest way is to log into AwardSpring. The platform will automatically match you with scholarships you qualify for based
on your student record and a few quick questions.
Q: Can I submit more than one letter of recommendation?
No, the AwardSpring system only allows one letter of recommendation per application. One strong letter is typically sufficient
for review committees.
Q: It's August 2nd and my recommender hasn’t submitted their letter. Can they email
it?
Unfortunately, no. All letters of recommendation and résumés must be submitted through the AwardSpring portal. If your reference hasn’t uploaded their letter by the August 1 deadline, your best option is to submit your application without it. Late applications will not be considered for 2025–2026 scholarships.
All Majors
Alice V. and Thomas C. Kraemer Scholar Endowment
Scholarship to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels who are members of the Tampa College of Education SunCoast Area Teacher Training Honors (SCATT) program.
Barbara J. Shircliffe, PhD Memorial Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all levels in any major pursuing all majors, in the College of Education, on all campuses.
Betty Castor Endowed Education Scholarship
Scholarships for full or part-time undergraduate students, pursuing all majors, in the College of Education, on all campuses.
Bullock Family Endowed Scholarship
Scholarship for full or part-time students, all academic levels, all majors in the College of Education on the USF Tampa campus.
Deanotable Scholars Endowment
Scholarship to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Doris Ann Fernandez Memorial Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full or part-time first generation undergraduate students, pursuing all majors, in the College of Education, on all campuses. This scholarship has a preference for financial need.
Dr. Erwin Johanningmeier Endowed Scholarship
To provide scholarships to full or part-time students at all academic levels, pursing all majors in the College of Education on all campuses. Preference for first generation, preference for financial need.
Especially for You Endowment
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the College of Education on the Tampa campus.
France Louise Stavros Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full or part-time graduate students (3.0 GPA) enrolled in the USF St. Petersburg College of Education, with leadership position, community service, Florida resident with financial need, pursuing an education major. Preference should be given to graduate students seeking initial teaching certification.
Dr. George and Mariaamma Thomas Endowed Scholarship
To offer scholarships to students in the USF College of Education. Preference for students at the Sarasota Manatee campus or residents of Manatee County. Preference for students graduating from a Title I high school in Manatee County.
Henson Fund Scholarship
To support scholarships for graduate students in the USF College of Education. Renewable for up to 4 semesters. Students will be asked to complete an essay about their intentions to become educators in Sarasota County, Florida. Preference for students who are active participants in USF Henson Fund Initiatives at USF.
Indira Devi/Mohan Rao Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full or part-time students, at all academic levels, pursuing an Education Major, in the College of Education, on the Tampa campus. For students who are in good academic standing and are part of the initial teacher preparation during their internship/practicum.
Janice A. Schomburg Memorial End Scholarship in Education
To support scholarships for students in the College of Education. Preference will be given to nontraditional age students (age 25 and above for undergraduate, 30 and above for graduate level). Preference for students who have children.
Leslie C. Robins Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Margie Halluska Endowed Book Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time female doctoral students in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
McCracken Educators Scholarship
To support scholarships for full and part-time students at the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Criteria is as follows: (1) Financial need should be considered when awarding the scholarships, as determined by the USF Financial Aid Office. (2) A minimum grade point average is required as follows; 2.5 GPA for currently enrolled and transfers students and a 3.0 GPA for graduate students. (3) Leadership positions and community service activities should be considered when awarding the scholarships. (4) Recipients must be a Manatee County resident. (5) Recipients must be enrolled in USF Sarasota-Manatee and have been accepted into the School of Education.
MetLife Achievement Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time undergraduate students in the College of Education on the USF Tampa campus. Recipients must have at least a 3.5 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and be considered a first time in college student. Strong consideration will be given to minority students from traditionally underrepresented ethnic groups.
Newland Community Endowment Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Applicants must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Preference will be given to Newland Communities residents, employees, or employee's immediate family members. Priority will be given to undergraduate students.
Norman and Mary Elizabeth Clark Scholarship in Education
To offer scholarships to full-time senior level students, pursuing all majors, in the College of Education, on the St. Petersburg campus. This scholarship is for students participating in required internships.
PowerSchool Education Fund
To support students from underrepresented populations with a preference for students who are financially disadvantaged, who are working toward their teacher certification. Support may include but is not limited to awards of up to $350 for testing fees, fingerprinting, background checks, and miscellaneous expenses related to their certifications. If scholarships are awarded, the criteria will be: full or part-time students, at all academic levels, pursuing all majors, in the College of Education, on all campuses. This scholarship is based on preference for financial need.
Raymond Urbanek Fellowship in Education
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time graduate students in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Selby Future Educators
Scholarships to support USF Sarasota-Manatee Education majors who need and deserve scholarships to finance their education, and retain those future teachers in the profession. Recipients must demonstrate financial need; must be resident of Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte or DeSoto County; must have a minimum 3.0 GPA; must be enrolled at least 1/2 time at the USF Sarasota-Manatee Campus pursuing baccalaureate degree in the School of Education
Silvia de Armas de Fueyo Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full-time students, junior and senior academic level, pursuing all majors in the College of Education, at USF St. Petersburg. This scholarship is based on merit and financial need.
Strawn Family Scholarship in Education
To offer scholarships to full or part-time students, at all academic levels, pursuing all majors in the College of Education.
Tampa Bay Times Education Endowment
Recipient must be a graduate student in good standing attending USF St. Petersburg College of Education. Recipient must demonstrate financial need, recipient must be a graduate student, full or part-time, all majors.
USF SP College of Education Scholarship Fund
To support scholarships for students in the USFSP College of Education. Scholarship criteria; full or part-time students, all academic levels, all majors, College of Education, USFSP campus.
Velma Pate Thomas Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to undergraduate and graduate students in the USF College of Education at the Tampa campus. Recipients must demonstrate financial need. Primary consideration given to students in their internship years.
Walter Miller Memorial Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full or part-time first generation students, at the freshman and sophomore academic levels, pursuing an Education major, in the College of Education, at USF Sarasota-Manatee. This scholarship is based on financial need. Preference to Manatee County students.
Xavier F. Cannella Scholarship for Teachers
Scholarships awarded to full-time undergraduate and new transfer students in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.
Career and Technical Education
Holmquist Educational Consultants, Inc. Endowed Scholarship
To support scholarships for full or part-time, graduate students, who are in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus pursuing a masters in Career and Technical Education program and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher in the program. This scholarship will be available to state of Florida residents with a preference to students who have a track record of success in career and technical professions and strong leadership potential.
Jaeger Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships for full or part-time students, at all academic levels, aspiring to teach in the vocational and technical area in the College of Education on the USF Tampa. Students should have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, exhibit evidence of a strong work ethic, have financial need, and express a desire to succeed.
Early Childhood Education
Barbara M. Bates Early Childhood Education Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time junior, senior or graduate level students majoring in Early Childhood Education in the College of Education, on the Tampa campus. This scholarship is based on merit with a preference for financial need. Preference will be given to first generation students.
Craig L. Johnson Memorial Scholarship in Elementary Education
Scholarship for undergraduate students beginning their junior year majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. Student must be full-time, have attended USF for at least one year, and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
Linda J. Edgar Memorial Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full-time junior and senior levels students, pursing an Early Education and Elementary Education major, in the College of Education, on all campuses. This scholarship is based on merit and financial need. Preference for an underrepresented minority student. Preference for a female student.
Sears/Pfost Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Educational Measurement
RoseMarie Kromrey Award
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time graduate students majoring in Educational Measurement and Evaluation in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Scholarships should support the graduate education and professional development of recipients.
Educational Leadership
Donald E. Orlosky Scholarship for Educational Leadership
To offer scholarships to full and part-time graduate students, pursuing an Educational Leadership major, in the College of Education, on all campuses. This scholarship is based on merit with a preference for financial need. Preference for a first generation student. Preference for a student taking classes on the Tampa campus.
Donna Hagen McCabe Doctoral Scholarship
To support scholarships for doctoral students enrolled in the Educational Leadership program in the College of Education.
Lillie and Walter Berbecker Education Scholarship
To provide scholarship support for full or part-time graduate students majoring in Educational Leadership in the College of Education on the Tampa Campus
Elementary Education
Ann K. Hall PhD. Scholarship
Scholarship to support full or part-time undergraduate students majoring in Elementary Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. This scholarship is based on financial need. Leadership and community service activities will be considered.
Craig L. Johnson Memorial Scholarship in Elementary Education
Scholarship for undergraduate students beginning their junior year majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. Student must be full-time, have attended USF for at least one year, and have at least a 3.0 GPA.
JSP Educational Foundation Scholarship
To provide scholarships to full or part-time undergraduate students, pursuing an Elementary Education major, in the School of Education, at USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. This scholarship is based on merit (minimum 2.50 GPA for this scholarship). Preference given to single parents.
Kathleen Thorson Elementary Teacher Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full or part-time junior or senior level students, who are pursuing an Elementary Education major, in the USFSM School of Education, on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. This scholarship is based on merit (3.0 minimum GPA) and financial need.
Laura E. Weeks Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels who are majoring in Elementary Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Linda J. Edgar Memorial Scholarship
To offer scholarships to full-time junior and senior levels students, pursing an Early Education and Elementary Education major, in the College of Education, on all campuses. This scholarship is based on merit and financial need. Preference for an underrepresented minority student. Preference for a female student.
Sears/Pfost Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Elementary or Early Childhood Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Exceptional Student Education
Alice C. Richardson Undergraduate Endowed Scholarship
To support scholarships for full or part-time new freshman or currently enrolled undergraduate students majoring in Special Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus of USF. This scholarship is based on merit.
Cathy Lynne Richardson Doctoral Endowed Scholarship
To support scholarships for full and part-time new and currently enrolled doctoral students majoring in Special Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. This scholarship is merit based.
H. William Heller Scholarship in Special Education
Support scholarships for students interested in becoming special education teachers or students with disabilities in the USFSP College of Education. Additional criteria; full or part-time, undergraduates, all majors, on the USF St. Petersburg campus.
Jack B. Richardson Scholarship in Autism Spectrum Disorders
To offer scholarships to students in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Candidates should have a minimum GPA of 3.0, be full or part-time graduate students who are enrolled in a USF Exceptional Student Education (ESE) degree and in the certificate program for "Autism Spectrum Disorders" or the "Disabilities Education: Severe/Profound". Graduate students who already have their ESE degree and are now enrolled in the certificate program may also qualify for this scholarship.
Jim Yerman Scholarship in Special Education
Scholarships to be awarded to full-time undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Exceptional Student Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.
John and Donna Larson
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time undergraduate students majoring in Exceptional Student Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Laura Bailey Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full-time students at all academic levels who are majoring in Exceptional Student Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. Students must demonstrate financial need.
Laurie Ann Richardson Masters Endowed Scholarship
To support scholarships for full and part-time new or currently enrolled master's students majoring in Special Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus of USF. This scholarship is based on meriT.
Gerald A. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
To provide scholarships to students in the College of Education at all levels majoring in Exceptional Student Education.
David F. Griffin Graduate Scholarship in Exceptional Student Education
The David F. Griffin Endowed Scholarship in Exceptional Student Education is awarded to qualified candidates to encourage and assist special education teachers from the Tampa Bay area as they pursue their Master's Degree from the College of Education at the University of South Florida. Applicants must have been a resident of Pinellas, Pasco, or Hillsborough County, Florida for the two consecutive years, at minimum, prior to applying for this scholarship. Preference is given to students demonstrating a strong interest in working with students with special needs. An undergraduate grade point average of 3.2 or higher is required.
Exercise Science
Karen Jacobs Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time undergraduate students majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Linda Blume Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Preference will be given to students with learning disabilities.
Lou & RoseAnne Bowers Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
Math Education
Claude & Lydia Melli Endowed Scholarship in Education
To offer scholarships to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the USF College of Education on all campuses who are majoring in Science, Math, or STEM Education. Restricted based on merit (3 .0 GPA for undergraduate and 3 .2 GPA for graduate). Renewable up to 8 semesters.
Donovan & Betty Lichtenberg Endowed Scholarship in Math Education
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring Math Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Julian Clancy Frazier Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time graduate students majoring in Mathematics Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Recipient must be a United States citizen. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate financial need.
Math/Science Education Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Math or Science Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Myra and Mack Cooley Working Resident Scholarship
To offer scholarships to students in the USF College of Education who are pursuing teaching in STEAM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) at the undergraduate or graduate level. This scholarship is based on a preference for merit and financial need with a preference for a US Citizen who is a Florida resident. Preference for students who are working a job or doing clinical work as part of their degree.
Physical Education
Karen Jacobs Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time undergraduate students majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Linda Blume Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Preference will be given to students with learning disabilities.
Lou & RoseAnne Bowers Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Physical Education or Exercise Science in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
School Psychology
Charles R. "Dick" Linda and Richard Tutwiler Fellowship
To provide financial support to full or part-time graduate students in the School Psychology program in the College of Education on the Tampa campus. Students supported by this fellowship have made a commitment to research and to promoting effective intervention strategies for students with ADHD, as well as to providing continuing education for teachers and parents of students and children with ADHD.
Science Education
Claude & Lydia Melli Endowed Scholarship in Education
To offer scholarships to full or part-time students at all academic levels in the USF College of Education on all campuses who are majoring in Science, Math, or STEM Education. Restricted based on merit (3 .0 GPA for undergraduate and 3 .2 GPA for graduate). Renewable up to 8 semesters.
Donovan & Betty Lichtenberg Endowed Scholarship in Math Education
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring Math Education in the College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Julian Clancy Frazier Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships to be awarded to full or part-time graduate students majoring in Mathematics Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Recipient must be a United States citizen. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate financial need.
Math/Science Education Endowed Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Math or Science Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.
Myra and Mack Cooley Working Resident Scholarship
To offer scholarships to students in the USF College of Education who are pursuing teaching in STEAM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) at the undergraduate or graduate level. This scholarship is based on a preference for merit and financial need with a preference for a US Citizen who is a Florida resident. Preference for students who are working a job or doing clinical work as part of their degree.
Social Science Education
Margaret Burlington Tritle Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Social Science Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
Social Science Education Enhancement Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to full or part-time students at all academic levels majoring in Social Science Education in the USF College of Education on the Tampa campus.