Erikson Grants
Erikson students could be eligible for Social Work or Early Childhood Education Grants
Investing in Your Service, Supporting Your Future
You may be eligible for a service-based grant to help offset the cost of your graduate education. These grants are competitive, but through the generosity of donors and Erikson’s commitment to supporting students, funding opportunities are available to those who qualify.
Erikson Grants
Financial Support for Graduate Students Committed to Service
Students enrolled in programs that lead to teacher licensure, as well as those in social work or early intervention fields, may be eligible for grants ranging from 40% to 100% of their program’s tuition. Grants are available to both full- and part-time students who demonstrate a strong commitment to serving children and families in under-resourced communities post-graduation.
How to Apply: For consideration, applicants must express interest within the application for admission.
Requirements: Qualifications and service requirements vary by program. Grants are limited, competitive, and require an interview by invitation. Not all applicants who are invited to interview will receive an award. Grant awardees must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to completing their degree program.
Both fully-funded covering tuition and student service fees, the Educator Impact Grant and the Crown Chicago Educator Impact Grant aim to advance opportunities to grow the field of education by supporting the development of educational professionals whose experiences and knowledge align with the communities of Illinois. The Educator Impact Grant is open to applicants who commit to work in educational settings across Illinois, while the Crown Chicago Educator Impact Grant requires recipients to commit to working specifically within the City of Chicago after completing their program.
The post-graduation service requirement for both grants is for 4 years, along with required participation in a 2-year virtual Professional Learning Community.
The Educator Impact Grant and Crown Chicago Educator Impact Grant cannot be stacked with any other Erikson scholarships or partnership discount.
Valued at $16,500 (or $10,000 for Erikson IMH Certificate alums), the Midwest Early Intervention Service Grant aims to advance diverse perspectives within the field of early intervention by supporting the development of early interventionists and developmental therapy professionals who reflect and represent the communities of Illinois and Midwest region.
The grant is open to applicants who intend to work in Early Intervention supporting infant and young children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families in the Midwest, as well as participate in a virtual Professional Learning Community for 2 years upon completion of their program.
The Midwest Early Intervention Service Grant is stackable with Erikson’s Leadership and Affordability scholarships for up to an additional 45% savings on your program cost.
Valued at $25,000 (or $15,000 for Advanced Standing), the Midwest Community Builders Grant aims to advance diverse perspectives within the field of social work by supporting the development of professionals who reflect and represent the communities of Illinois and the Midwest region.
The grant is open to applicants who intend to work full time as a social worker in a not-for-profit organization which primarily serves under-resourced communities in the Midwest, as well as participate in a virtual Professional Learning Community for 2 years for two years upon completion of their program.
The Midwest Community Builders Grant is stackable with Erikson’s Leadership and Affordability scholarships for up to an additional 45% savings on your program cost.
What if I’m Not Selected?
You may still qualify for financial assistance!
Admits to a MSECE or MSW program may also be eligible for our Leadership, Affordability and Social Justice Scholarships in lieu of being awarded a service-based grant.
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Learn about the scholarships, grants, and financial aid available for your Early Childhood Graduate School Program.