Student Scholarships
GVSU Education Program students annually receive financial aid through scholarships and grants designed specifically for students pursuing careers in Education.
Scholarships are available for the Undergraduate/Initial and the Graduate/Advanced Education programs. Each scholarship is made possible by the generosity of individuals and organizations dedicated to preparing high-quality educators.
Please note that an essay is required for many scholarships. Each essay should describe how the particular scholarship will benefit you and should address the specific eligibility criteria for the scholarship.
Below is a list of scholarships for Education students and first-generation students. The Search filter allows you to look for specific scholarships by entering a keyword. You can view the criteria for scholarships by selecting "View" next to each scholarship title.
Scholarships
Scholarship Name
Joan Panopoulos Scholarship
Scholarship Available to
TRIO participants; GRPS graduates
Award amount
Varies
Level
- Undergraduate
Criteria for Applying
The purpose of this scholarship is to provide opportunities for graduates of the Grand Rapids Public Schools to attend college. The scholarship is designated to also benefit student who have participated in the TRIO Upward Bound program.
- Candidates who have participated in the Upward Bound Program, a TRIO program incorporated within the Advising Resources & Special Programs unit at Grand Valley State will be given preference*
- Candidates from other TRIO programs who have graduated from Grand Rapids Public Schools may be considered if no one in the GVSU program applies
- Must be an entering new First-year student or transfer student from Grand Rapids Community College who have earned an Associate’s Degree
- Entering First-year student must have a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA and a minimum ACT composite score of 18 or SAT composite score of 970. Transfer students must have a prior college GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Full-time student
- Must demonstrate financial need by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Supplemental Questions
- Have you participated in the TRIO Upward Bound program?
- In a short paragraph please explain the level in which you were involved in this program and also describe the program that you participated in.
Application Due
- March 1st
Grand Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution. It encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities.