Dr. George R. Schneck Elementary Education Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to UWO students who meet the following criteria:
- Enrollment Status: Full-time undergraduate
- Declared Major: Elementary Education, must be officially admitted to the Teacher Education Program
- Must plan to student teach during the 2026-2027 academic year
- Must have financial need based on the FAFSA
Selection is based on financial need and the applicant’s desire to become an elementary educator and their experience working with children. Preference will be given to non-traditional (aged 25+) students and to students who are pursuing licensure for Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence (grades 1-8).
Award Payment: Split evenly between Fall 2026 & Spring 2027. If the recipient is not enrolled in the required number of credits for the indicated semester, the award payment will be forfeited. If the recipient is graduating in fall, they are eligible to receive the full award in Fall 2026.
- Donor
- Julie Holly
- Award
- $2,250
- Categories
- School of Education & Human Services, Teacher Education Program, Undergraduate Award
- Deadline
- 11/05/2025
- Supplemental Questions
- Please submit a statement describing your desire to pursue a career in elementary education and your experience working with children.