Name: State Teacher Education Program (STEP)
Award Amount: Varies; provides loan repayment assistance based on individual eligibility. Maximum amounts are determined by the Arkansas Department of Higher Education (ADHE).
Information and Eligibility:
STEP is a loan repayment program for current educators teaching in a subject or geographic area where there is a critical shortage of teachers. The program helps Arkansas public school educators repay federal student loans while committing to serve in critical-need areas.
Eligibility Requirements:
Application Requirements:
Application Deadline:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Early submission is encouraged, and funding is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
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