Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers

Name: Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers

Award Amount: $12,000 total (up to $3,000 per year, renewable for up to four years)

Information And Eligibility:
The Barbara Lotze Scholarship for Future Physics Teachers is a nationally recognized scholarship designed to address the growing need for qualified high school physics teachers in the United States. Funded through an endowment established by Barbara Lotze and administered by the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT), this scholarship provides long-term financial support to students who are committed to teaching physics at the secondary education level.

This scholarship is open to U.S. citizens who are enrolled in or accepted to an accredited two-year or four-year college or university. Eligible students typically major in physics, physics education, or a closely related STEM field while completing coursework that leads to teacher certification. The program is intentionally flexible, allowing students to attend community colleges, public universities, or private institutions, as long as they are working toward a career in high school physics education.

The Barbara Lotze Scholarship places strong emphasis on future impact. Applicants are evaluated not only on academic performance, but also on their dedication to teaching, communication skills, and passion for inspiring the next generation of students. Preference is often given to students who demonstrate enthusiasm for physics education, mentoring, tutoring, or outreach activities such as science clubs, STEM camps, or classroom assistance.

Scholarship recipients may receive up to $3,000 per academic year, renewable for as many as four years, for a total potential award of $12,000. Renewal is contingent upon continued enrollment, satisfactory academic progress, and ongoing commitment to becoming a high school physics teacher. Funds may be used to support tuition, fees, textbooks, and other education-related expenses, helping students remain focused on their academic and professional goals.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited two-year or four-year college or university.
• Must intend to pursue a career as a high school physics teacher.
• Must demonstrate academic promise and commitment to education.
• Open to students at various stages of their undergraduate education.

Application Requirements:

• Complete the official Barbara Lotze Scholarship application form.
• Submit official academic transcripts from current or previous institutions.
• Provide two letters of recommendation from instructors, professors, or mentors familiar with your academic ability and teaching potential.
• Write a personal statement describing your interest in physics, your motivation to teach at the high school level, and your long-term career goals in education.

Additional Details:

• The scholarship is renewable annually, subject to eligibility and academic progress.
• Recipients are encouraged to remain active in physics education communities and outreach.
• The program supports both traditional and nontraditional students entering the teaching profession.
• Selection is competitive and based on academic merit, teaching commitment, and overall application strength.

Deadline: December

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