Mary L. Copley Stout Endowed Scholarship in Teacher Education

Brief Description

The Mary L. Copley Stout Endowed Scholarship in Teacher Education, offered by Central Michigan University, provides financial support to aspiring educators who demonstrate academic excellence and a passion for teaching.

Host Institution(s)

Central Michigan University (CMU) is a public research university located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Founded in 1892, CMU offers over 200 undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in teacher education at CMU. The field of study must be in a teacher education program, such as elementary, secondary, special education, or early childhood education.

Number of Awards

CMU awards one scholarship per year to a deserving student enrolled in the teacher education program. The number may vary depending on the availability of funds and the quality of applicants.

Target Group

The Mary L. Copley Stout Endowed Scholarship aims to support students who are committed to pursuing a career in teaching. It is open to both domestic and international students.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship provides financial assistance of $1,000 per academic year, which is renewable for up to four years (or eight semesters) of undergraduate study or two years (or four semesters) of graduate study at CMU. This amount will be applied to the recipient’s CMU student account to cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Enrolled full-time at CMU.
• Pursuing a degree in teacher education.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) or 3.5 (graduate).
• Demonstrated financial need.
• Strong academic record and potential for success in the teaching profession.
• Good character and potential for leadership.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the Mary L. Copley Stout Endowed Scholarship, applicants must complete the CMU Scholarship Application and submit it by the specified deadline. The application can be found on the CMU Scholarship Central website. In addition, applicants must also submit a personal statement, official transcripts, and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or academic advisor. The selection committee will review all applications and notify the recipient by the end of the spring semester.

Official Website

For more information about the Mary L. Copley Stout Endowed Scholarship and other scholarship opportunities at Central Michigan University, please visit the CMU Scholarship Central website.