WGU Offers Teacher Scholarships for National Teacher Appreciation Week

To show appreciation for teachers who have been working tirelessly to educate area children amid staff shortages and a changing education landscape and to attract prospective teachers to the profession, Western Governors University (WGU) today announced the launch of its annual WGU Loves Teachers Scholarship. The scholarship is designed for current and aspiring teachers who are looking to further their education by earning an AAQEP and CAEP-accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree from the online, non-profit university’s top-ranked Teachers College, or are interested in completing one of the university’s post-baccalaureate or endorsement-preparation programs. New and returning students can apply online at wgu.edu/teacherappreciation.

The WGU Loves Teachers Scholarship is designed to assist aspiring teachers in obtaining the required credentials for a rewarding career as an educator and to help current teachers improve their skill set in the classroom or move into administration. Each scholarship is valued at up to $4,000 and will be applied at the rate of $1,000 per six-month term, for up to four consecutive terms.

“Teaching is among the most valued professions, and it is vital teachers receive the appreciation they deserve as they face ongoing challenges both in and out of the classroom,” said Dr. Terrance Hopson, Regional Vice President of Western Governors University. “We are offering this scholarship to thank our educators for their sacrifice and dedication to their profession, despite these challenges. With many school districts facing critical shortages, we hope this scholarship encourages teachers, paraprofessionals and anyone who is interested in becoming a teacher to feel empowered to further their education and advance their careers.”

WGU’s competency-based learning model provides students in the education profession with the flexibility to complete courses on their schedule, with 24/7 online access to learning materials and the ability to take tests as soon as they master the material. This competency-based approach allows students to use their prior experience and training to help them move quickly through material they already know and focus on what they still need to learn, allowing them to graduate faster and at a lower cost.

To learn more about WGU’s Teachers College and its academic programs, visit wgu.edu/online-teaching-degrees.

About WGU
Established in 1997 by 19 U.S. governors with a mission to expand access to high-quality, affordable higher education, online, nonprofit WGU now serves more than 140,000 students nationwide and has more than 300,000 graduates in all 50 states. Driving innovation as the nation’s leading competency-based university, WGU has been recognized by the White House, state leaders, employers, and students as a model that works in postsecondary education. In just 25 years, the university has become a leading influence in changing the lives of individuals and families, and preparing the workforce needed in today’s rapidly evolving economy. WGU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, has been named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and has been featured on NPR, NBC Nightly News, CNN, and in The New York Times. Learn more at wgu.edu and wgu.edu/impact.