Jim Mann Scholarship in Elementary Education

James T. Mann established the Jim Mann Family Scholarship in 2004 to award deserving students who are majoring in elementary education in the Department of Educational Theory and Practice. The average annual scholarship amount awarded is $600.

At a Glance

Application opens: November 1st each year
Application closes: January 1st each year (no exceptions)
Eligible students: Undergraduate juniors/seniors
Financial aid type: Scholarship
Contact: Elizabeth Saylor

Eligibility

Undergraduate students in their junior or senior year, scheduled to student teach in either the Fall or Spring of the upcoming academic year
Majoring in elementary education
Must have a 3.0 GPA or better
Demonstrated academic achievement, conceived broadly

How to Apply

Completed application form, including signature and recommendations
Personal statement (300-500 words about yourself, your academic/professional achievements, reasons for applying, and career plans)
Resume/curriculum vitae
Two (2) letters of recommendation from faculty or instructor(s)

Applicants will be notified of committee decisions via email by June. Awarded scholarship funds are distributed to student accounts at the beginning of Fall semester.

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