Diverse Scholars in Education Program

For Future Teachers

The Diverse Scholar in Education program is a unique program specifically designed for students who have an interest on becoming Pre-K to 12th grade teachers and a desire to commit to leading change efforts to improve educational outcomes for students in urban settings.

The Diverse Scholar in Education Program seeks to support participants through the following:

Four- year tuition assistance for admitted students pursuing teaching careers
Academic and social emotional support systems to help assure their success
Assigned Mentorship
A cohort system for social and cultural support
Monthly activities with a focus on the educational profession
Participation in innovative research experiences
Job placement support

Who can apply?

All applicants will be considered with a preference given to students entering their freshman year at Chicago State University. To apply to the Diverse Scholars in Education program, a student must enroll in one of the pre-service teaching programs. (Early childhood, Elementary Education, Secondary Education; specific disciplines, Bilingual Education, or Special Education.)

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Criteria for applicants includes:

Offer of admission from CSU Admissions
One essay (Why I want to teach)
One interview
One letter of recommendation (from a teacher, guidance counselor, or principal at the high school form which the diploma is earned)
Free Application for Federal Student Aid on File at CSU
High School Diploma
High School GPA of 2.5 or better

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Applications are due by midnight on July 15^th.

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