Minnesota Indian Teacher Training Scholarship

Applicants must be students attending Minnesota State University, Mankato who:

• Are enrolled in any teacher licensure program*
• Have a gpa of 2.0 or above
• Have completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

*Teacher licensure programs can include any of the following:

• Paraprofessional certification (AA or higher)
• Early childhood licenses and certifications that are necessary for employment in PreK settings
• Additional teacher certification (ex: a currently licensed Math teacher wishes to add a special education certification)
• Administrative licenses such as K-12 Principal, Superintendent, Director of Special Education
• Advanced degrees (MA, PhD) for educators used to advance on the salary schedule, to work in school or district office leadership, or to generally improve in their ability to serve students in PreK settings Priority will be given to students who are enrolled tribal members and their descendants. For more information on this grant, go to “https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/indian/mnindtrain/”

Questions about this scholarship can be directed to: Chelsea Mead, chelsea.mead@mnsu.edu, 507-389-1302 Megan Heutmaker, megan.heutmaker@mnsu.edu, 507-389-5230

Award

Varies

Scopes

College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Social Sciences: American Indigenous Studies

Deadline

06/20/2024

Supplemental Questions

• Please select the option which best describes your interest in the MN Indian Teacher Training Preparation Grant.
• Are you a Teacher of Tomorrow participant?
• Are you a member of the Native American Student Association?