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These 3 hand-curated scholarships are open to Early Childhood Educators. We highlight the award amount, deadline, and eligibility for each, ranking fully funded opportunities first so you never miss a deadline that matters to you.
Fully funded
United States
Any level
Closes in 41 days
Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority
Amount Up to full tuition and eligible fees, capped at $7,089 per semester for 2026-2027
Deadline Nov 16, 2026
Kentucky early-childhood employees working at least 20 hours weekly who pursue an approved early-childhood credential or degree at a partic…
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Varies
United States
Any level
INCCRRA and the Illinois Department of Early Childhood
Amount 60%-100% of eligible tuition based on income; 100% for approved early-childhood student teaching
Deadline Applications accepted year-round, ideally 4-6 weeks before coursework; new academic-year applications begin May 1
An eligible Illinois early-childhood or school-age care professional working at least 15 hours weekly who meets employment, wage, residency…
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Partial
United States
Any level
Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and Department of Higher Education
Amount $350–$750 per credit, up to $3,150–$6,750 per semester depending on institution type
Deadline Sep 1, 2026 (past deadline)
A Massachusetts resident pursuing approved early-childhood study who works, or plans to work, in an EEC-licensed or funded Massachusetts pr…
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