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SCHOOL OF TEACHER EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES

 
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WKU is committed to making higher education affordable and accessible for all students. That's why over 80% of our first year students receive a scholarship.

Automatic, Non-Competitive Merit Scholarships

Students with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA (regardless of their state of residency) qualify for WKU’s Academic Merit Scholarships. To be considered for automatic scholarships, students must plan to enroll full-time at WKU in the Summer or Fall semester of 2024, which will require a complete application with the Admissions Office. 

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Hilltopper Guarantee

WKU guarantees a last-dollar scholarship, if any cost of tuition remains after all gift aid has been applied, for first-time, first-year freshmen from Kentucky who receive Pell Grant assistance and have at least a 3.0 cumulative unweighted high school GPA.

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TopDollar Scholarship Portal

The TopDollar Scholarship Portal is one convenient way to apply for scholarships at WKU. In addition to the scholarships that are awarded by the University based on academic merit, there are numerous scholarships that are awarded by the College Heights Foundation through private funds established by alumni and friends, academic departments or programs throughout the University, or by community organizations and professional associations. Learn more about the types of scholarships that can be applied for via TOPDollar.

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WKU Educator Discount

Educators continue to work harder than ever, and WKU wants to thank them for the exceptional work they have done in ensuring that students of the Commonwealth continue to learn through this extraordinary time. We have reduced the rate of graduate education for In-state and Border-state licensed educators to $350/credit hour.

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“The sudden transition to NTI across the state presented challenges for our school systems, teachers and students, and our educators stepped up to meet those challenges. This program builds on WKU’s strong history of educating educators and helping them prepare students—our most precious resource—to be the future of our Commonwealth.” – Dr. Corinne M. Murphy, Dean, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences.

For questions or more information, contact Mrs. Tammy Spinks: Tammy.Spinks@wku.edu.

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Recruitment in Equity and Diversity in Teaching Program

At Western Kentucky University, the Recruitment in Equity and Diversity in Teaching Program (REDTP) is committed to increasing the number of teachers in Kentucky classrooms through recruitment and retention efforts. The program is dedicated to assisting students who are pursuing teacher education as a major and collaborates with the Kentucky Department of Education and area school districts in bringing resources together.

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT AT WKU

The Student Employment Program at Western Kentucky University provides employment opportunities for students who are in need of part-time employment as they pursue a course of study at the University. The program is also designed to assist University departments in meeting their objectives through the use of qualified student employees.

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Kentucky Department of Education Student Loan Forgiveness Or Cancelation

Application Fee Waiver

Fee waivers can be accepted a variety of ways depending on the eligible program you participate in. You must be currently participating in the program for fee waiver eligibility.

  • Free and Reduced Lunch
  • ACT or SAT waivers
  • TRiO, Upward Bound, Educational Talent Search, or Educational Opportunities
  • Medicaid or SNAP
  • Supplemental Security Income
  • KIIS and CCSA

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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT AT WKU

The Student Employment Program at Western Kentucky University provides employment opportunities for students who are in need of part-time employment as they pursue a course of study at the University. The program is also designed to assist University departments in meeting their objectives through the use of qualified student employees.

Search for Jobs and Internships

Eligibility Criteria

Application Process

Cherry Presidential Scholarship

WKU ADMISSION APPLICATION + TOPDOLLAR APPLICATION & SUPPORTING MATERIALS

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CONTACT THE SCHOOL OF TEACHER EDUCATION

 

Gary A. Ransdell Hall, Office 1005

1906 College Heights Blvd. #11030,
Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030


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