Pathway to Become a Teacher Scholarship

Provided by Western Governors University (WGU)

June 30, 2026(16 days left)
$5,000
30–60 min

About this scholarship

Scholarship for new students or returning graduates pursuing a degree in WGU's Teachers College leading to teacher licensure (Bachelor's or Master's). Worth up to $5,000, credited at $1,250 per six-month term and renewable for up to four terms. Applicants must apply for admission to WGU first and then apply via the WGU Scholarship Portal. Preference/awards consider academic record, financial need, readiness for online study, and competency.

Quick facts

Award amount

$5,000

Number of awards

Multiple

Frequency

Annually

Deadline

June 30, 2026

Time to apply

30–60 min

Essay

May be required — check provider

Account required:This application may require creating an account on the provider's site.

Eligibility requirements

9 listed

Must be a new student or returning graduate

Pursuing a degree from the School of Education–WGU Teachers College leading to teacher licensure (Bachelor's or Master's)

Must be employed with Alpine School District or Canyons School District

Must be an employee of a Utah School District

Recipients must be U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens

Must have a FAFSA on file (complete FAFSA) if eligible

Must apply for admission and be provisionally accepted to WGU before applying for scholarships

Must agree to the WGU Student Handbook, Scholarship Terms and Conditions, and related academic/tuition/refund policies before monies are awarded

Must meet the university's On Time Progress requirements to maintain scholarship eligibility

How to apply

  1. Confirm eligibility

    Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.

  2. Gather required materials

    Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.

  3. Submit through the official program

    Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.

Important

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