OSRHE Scholars for Excellence in Child Care

Oklahoma child care professionals employed at least 30 hours per week in a licensed two-star-plus facility may receive scholarships covering up to 90% of tuition and books toward a CDA credential, Certificate of Mastery, Director's Certificate, or associate degree in child development or early childhood education.

Award amounts vary. Recipients may also receive an educational stipend.

Apply through Scholars Connect at scholars.okhighered.org with support from a local community college scholar coordinator. Coursework must be completed at an Oklahoma technology center or community college.