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Persons of color enrolled in a teacher-preparation program at a college or university in Connecticut may apply, including African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American students in their junior or senior year of college or pursuing a master's degree.
The program awards one $5,000 scholarship annually to a student who demonstrates outstanding potential and dedication to classroom teaching.
Students may apply after admission to a Connecticut teacher-preparation program. The scholarship honors educator Alma Exley, whose work at the Connecticut Department of Education focused on bringing more people of color into teaching.
The Alma Exley Scholarship awards $5,000 (1 winner).
The next annual deadline is October 31, 2026. The scholarship is not currently accepting applications; check the sponsor's official page before the next cycle opens.
Key requirements include: Undergraduate; Graduate; Education; United States. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
Roberts PC awards $1,000 to a United States citizen age 17 or older who is a first-generation student studying law or pre-law at an accredited school and is enrolled or planning to enroll in a pre-law undergraduate program or accredited law school in the United States for Fall 2026. The public OVC Scholarship Network application requires an original essay of no more than 500 words and proof of enrollment or acceptance.
Essay written for youThe Bettersworth Law Firm awards $1,000 to a United States citizen or permanent resident pursuing a career in the legal profession or law enforcement, or a degree in pre-law, criminal justice, or government. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled at an accredited United States college or university for Fall 2026 as an undergraduate, graduate, or law student. The public OVC Scholarship Network application requires an original essay, academic transcript, and proof of enrollment.
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