Apply for Scholarships

There are a range of scholarship opportunities for the Program in Education. Some are open only to existing students, some are awarded to students as part of their application to Duke University, and other are competitive programs administered by non-Duke organizations.

Continuing Studies Scholarship

This scholarship is designed to provide aid for post-baccalaureate students who wish to complete the Teaching Licensure requirements through either the Elementary Teacher Preparation Program or the Secondary Teacher Preparation Program. Any student who is or will be a recipient of Duke University’s undergraduate degree is eligible to apply. It is NOT required to have previously completed the Education Minor in order to be eligible for this scholarship. The scholarship funds will cover 90% of the tuition for any remaining classes needed to fulfill the Teaching Licensure requirements. After submitting an application, prospective students will be interviewed for acceptance into both the Teacher Preparation Program and the Scholarship by a committee of Education faculty.

For details on how to apply to either Teacher Preparation Program, please contact Dr. Kisha Daniels (Secondary Program: 9-12 licensure), Dr. Jan Riggsbee (Elementary Program: K-6 licensure), or see Our Study Options tab for further information.

Awards for Existing Duke Students

Winfred Quinton Holton Prize for Educational Research

Endowed in 1919 by gifts from Holland and Lela Young Holton in memory of their son, the Holton Prize recognizes investigative research, curriculum development work, and innovative projects in Education-related fields. Duke undergraduates who have declared a minor in Education, and/or who are enrolled in a teacher licensure program, and/or who have enrolled in an Education course are urged to enter the competition. Cash awards of up to $1,000 will be given for outstanding and innovative work in Education. The work will be judged by a committee of Program in Education faculty.

To Apply

Pick up an application in the Program of Education Office, West Duke Building Room 213 or 

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The Dr. Phail Wynn, Jr. Award for Leadership in Education

The Dr. Phail Wynn, Jr. Award for Leadership in Education is presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated effective leadership in addressing the systemic inequities that result from gaps in educational opportunities and achievement disparities. First presented to Dr. Phail Wynn, Jr. in 2017, this award recognizes a graduating senior who has completed the Elementary or Secondary Teacher Preparation Program or the Education Minor. This award recognizes effective leadership in response to systemic inequities in education through scholarship and research; teaching;  mentoring; and/or advocacy; along with demonstrated commitment to education in Durham, NC. A cash award of up to $500 will be given based on selection by a Program in Education committee.

Nominations--Please note deadline is March 25, 2022

Any member of the Duke community (including students) may nominate an eligible student for a Dr. Phail Wynn, Jr. Award.  Joint nominations are welcome.  The nominator(s) should submit a brief statement indicating why the nominee deserves the award in light of the criteria described above.  Nominations should be submitted to Emily Rymell, Staff Assistant for the Program in Education, by email (emily.rymell@duke.edu) and must be received by Friday, March 25, 2022.

 

Need-Base Scholarships for Duke Student Applicants

John Alexander & Lillie Goodman Scott Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund

This scholarship was established in 1999 by Lois Collins Scott (T'24) to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students in the Elementary Teaching Preparation Program. Mrs. Scott was an elementary school teacher for over forty years. This scholarship honors the parents of Mrs. Scott's late husband, Mr. Clyfford G. Scott (T'24, L'32). Mrs. Scott has established a second scholarship for students in the Elementary Teaching Preparation Program honoring her late husband's sister, Lura Anna Scott Wellborn, and one in the Law School honoring her late husband. She resides in Durham.

Recipients, please send thank you letters to:

Lois Collins Scott
c/o Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid
2122 Campus Drive
Box 90397
Durham, NC 27708

Marilyn Tobias Memorial Scholarship Endowment

This scholarship was established in 1995 by Eli Lilly and Company of Indianapolis, IN, in memory of the wife of Randall L. Tobias, former chairman and chief executive officer of Eli Lilly and former chairman of the Duke Board of Trustees. The scholarship provides financial support for undergraduates with a preference for women, who have demonstrated academic excellence and an interest in pursuing a career in education. Mrs. Marilyn Tobias, an educator and philanthropist, died in 1994. Mrs. Tobias contributed to education as a teacher and as a volunteer for various organizations that serve the educational interests of children.

Recipients, please send thank you letters to:

Randall L. Tobias
c/o Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid
2122 Campus Drive
Box 90397
Durham, NC 27708

Competitive Programs Offered by Non-Duke Organizations