Higher Education Grant
Higher Education Grant supports teachers and counselors with tuition and course-related expenses for university study, helping them pursue professional development and advanced education that benefits students.
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Funder: National Society of High School Scholars
Due Dates: May 29, 2026 (Applications open) | October 14, 2026, 11:59 PM EST (Closing date)
Funding Amounts: Two awards of $2,500 each
Summary: Supports educators’ professional development through tuition and course-related expenses for university courses in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027.
Key Information: Applicants must be registered NSHSS Educators working with high school students in an academic capacity.
Description
The Higher Education Grant is administered by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) as part of its educator grant offerings. It recognizes educators and helps them achieve professional development goals by supporting the costs of tuition and course-related expenses. The grant details identify teachers and counselors enrolling in university courses in Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027 as the intended recipients of this support.
The program is open to registered NSHSS Educators working academically with high school students in the United States or internationally. Its application asks educators to explain the advanced degrees they are pursuing, how those degrees will benefit their students, and the importance of advanced education for other educators.
