Cheryl Shearer Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 11/6/2023

Closes: 1/19/2024

The Cheryl Shearer Scholarship is awarded to high school graduates or GED recipients from Ventura County in California. Students pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree to become a teacher in English, math, or science are encouraged to apply. Special consideration is given to students who have returned to higher education after a gap of at least two years.

Win up to

$1,500

Essay Required: Yes
Need-Based: Yes
Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements

Minimum 3.00 GPA

Resident of Ventura County, California

Seeking an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree

Studying for a degree in education, English, mathematics, or science

Planning a career as a teacher

Demonstrate financial need Preference is given to nontraditional/returning students with a minimum of a 2-year education gap.

Details

Pursued Degree Level

Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Degree

Location

Country: US
State: CA
County: Ventura

Intended Area of Study

English and Speech Teacher Education, Mathematics Teacher Education, Science Teacher Education, Mathematics, English and Writing, Education & Teaching

Minimum GPA

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