Grants & Scholarships

Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to the following groups:
  • International, non-U.S. citizens
  • All JHU School of Education graduate degree program students
• Requirements: Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship Application Form
  • Application deadline: March 14, 2025

The Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship was established through the generosity of donors to provide financial assistance to international students. This partial scholarship is awarded to newly admitted degree-seeking students who are non-US citizens and have demonstrated substantial academic achievement in their previous post-secondary education.

To ensure consideration for this opportunity, qualified students must complete the Tan and Chen Global Education Scholarship Application each year by the priority deadline, March 14, 2025.

Program Scholarships

EdD Initiative Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to the following groups:
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) program students
  • U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (eligible for U.S. federal aid)
  • FAFSA required
  • Awarded at admission

This need-based scholarship, funded through a generous gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies, assists Johns Hopkins EdD students for up to three years of study.

The EdD Initiative Scholarship is awarded based on a student’s financial need. Learn more.

Counseling Program Scholarships

• Eligibility: Open to the following groups:
  • MS in Counseling program students*
  • U.S. citizens, eligible non-U.S. citizens, and international (non-citizens)
  • No scholarship application is required

Counseling program scholarships are merit-based awards given to students at admission. No additional application is required to be considered. These partial, multi-year scholarships (a maximum of three years) are based on academic merit and input from a committee of reviewers, including program faculty members.

• Scholarship announcements will be made via email. Scholarship acceptances are due by the deadline listed in the award letter.
• Counseling Program Scholarships are renewable for up to three years, provided a recipient maintains good academic standing and demonstrates pace and progress towards their degree goal.
• Awardees must register for the minimum number of credit hours per semester, as outlined in the scholarship award letter they receive.

*Students first enrolled starting in the Fall 2023 semester or later.

Education Policy Fellows Program Scholarship

• Eligibility: Open to the following groups:
  • MS in Education Policy program students
  • U.S. citizens, eligible non-U.S. citizens, and international (non-citizens)

The Education Policy Fellows Program Scholarship is a partial, merit-based award. Priority consideration is given to full-time enrolled students (9 credits in the fall and spring terms). Still, awards are available for part-time enrolled students (4.5 -6 credits in the fall and spring terms).

This partial scholarship is awarded at the point of admission based on academic merit and input from the graduate program lead/director. It is renewable for up to two years, is based on academic merit, and is from a committee of reviewers, including program faculty members. Award announcements will be made by email upon admission. Scholarship acceptances are due by the deadline listed in the award letter.

• The Education Policy Fellows Scholarship is renewable based on a student’s good academic standing and progress toward the degree goal.
• Awardees must register for the minimum number of credit hours per semester, as outlined in the scholarship award letter they receive.

International Teaching and Global Leadership (ITGL) Global Leader Scholar Program

• Eligibility: Open to the following groups:
  • MS in Education/ITGL Cohort program students
  • U.S. citizens, eligible non-U.S. citizens, and international (non-U.S. citizens)

The International Teaching and Global Leadership (ITGL) Global Leader Scholar Program offers academically talented students a partial tuition scholarship and exclusive research, mentoring, and networking opportunities. This prestigious program is designed to attract those students who will become innovative education leaders with the knowledge and skills to transform schools, systems, and other fast-changing learning environments worldwide.

• This is a one-time, non-renewable scholarship
• The Global Leader Scholar Program is competitive and the selection of recipients is determined by the faculty committee for the MS in Education-ITGL Cohort program
• For consideration, candidates must complete the admissions application by the posted priority dates
•  No separate scholarship application is required
• Scholarship announcements will be made via email. Scholarship acceptances are due by the deadline listed in the award letter

Federal and State Grant Opportunities

At SOE, we address the national shortage of trained educators and reduce the financial burden on our early-career teachers and counselors. Faculty at the School of Education have secured significant grants to support our students in high-need areas in Education.

In addition to substantial tuition support, many degree-specific grants offer additional stipends and professional development opportunities. Programs include our MEd for Teaching Professionals – TeachingWell; MS in Counseling, School Counseling concentration; MS in Special Education, Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities concentration; and the Post-Master’s Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

• Project EnRICH: For students enrolled in the Post-Master’s Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program
• RESET: For students enrolled in the MS in Counseling, School Counseling concentration
• RISE-TC: For students enrolled in the MS in Special Education, Mild-to-Moderate concentration
• Noyce Scholarship Program: For students enrolled in the MEd for Teaching Professionals program or TeachingWell
• Teaching Fellows for Maryland Scholarship: For students enrolled in the MEd for Teaching Professionals – TeachingWell program. For more information and to review your eligibility, please email [email protected].

Federal & State Grants

AmeriCorps Education Awards

The Segal AmeriCorps Education Award is a post-service benefit received by individuals who complete terms of national service in approved AmeriCorps programs. Please visit the AmeriCorps website for more information.

TEACH Grants

Students who intend to teach in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families may wish to consider applying for the federal TEACH Grant. Students interested in applying for the TEACH Grant must submit the School of Education TEACH Grant Application to their academic advisor for approval.

Maryland Scholarships

Maryland residents may be considered for legislative scholarships and Educational Assistance Awards. See the Maryland Higher Education Commission website for details.

Washington, D.C. Tuition Assistance Grants

District of Columbia residents may be eligible for the D.C. Tuition Assistance Grant Program. For more information, visit the D.C. State Superintendent of Education website.

Please note to be eligible for federal and state aid, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
• Not owe a refund on a federal grant or be in default on a federal education loan
• Not have a drug conviction for an offense that occurred while you were receiving federal student aid (such as grants, loans, or work-study)
• Be admitted before the first day of classes for the semester in which you receive aid; students admitted in mid-term will become eligible for federal aid the following semester

Federal Work-Study (FWS)

The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) aims to stimulate and promote the part-time employment of eligible students who need earnings to help with the cost of post-secondary education and encourage participation in community service activities. To be eligible to participate in a federal work study, a student must reside in Maryland and be able to work in an approved position for a set number of hours per week. Learn more.

Private Grants and Scholarships

Sources of aid are also available from private institutions, such as cultural groups and professional organizations. Students are encouraged to research and contact outside scholarship sources directly. We recommend visiting our External Funding Opportunities web page for more information on financial aid sources.

Questions? Need help navigating your options? We’re here to help. Schedule your consultation with SOE Financial Aid.

Antoinette (Nettie) Matz
Director of Financial Aid Services
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Jennifer Fordham
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