Back

William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship


Name: William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship

Award Amount:

  • Up to $4,000 per academic year.

Information and Eligibility:
The William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship is designed to encourage minority students to pursue a career in teaching. This scholarship provides financial assistance to Black and Hispanic/Latino individuals enrolled in or planning to enroll in a teaching program at an accredited Indiana institution.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Residency: Must be a resident of Indiana.
  • Ethnicity: Must be Black or Hispanic/Latino.
  • Enrollment: Must be admitted to or currently attending an eligible Indiana institution as a full-time student.
  • Academic Standing: Must maintain the required cumulative GPA as specified by the scholarship program.
  • Commitment: Must agree in writing to teach in an accredited school in Indiana for at least three years after graduation.

Application Requirements:

  • Complete the William A. Crawford Minority Teacher Scholarship application through ScholarTrack.
  • Submit official high school or college transcripts demonstrating academic performance.
  • Provide proof of Indiana residency and ethnic background if requested.
  • Include a personal essay detailing the desire to become a teacher and commitment to serving in Indiana.
  • Attach one or more letters of recommendation from educators or community leaders.

Application Timeline:

  • Application Deadline: September 4

Additional Information:

  • Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, fees, and other related educational expenses.
  • Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and meet the required GPA to continue receiving the scholarship.
  • Failure to fulfill the teaching commitment will result in the scholarship converting to a loan that must be repaid.

Apply Now

View Scholarship Data

Request to Update or Remove This Scholarship. The CollegeWhale ID number for this Scholarship is #15246. This Scholarship was added in January 2025 and last reviewed by a member of our staff on January, 2025.

We are a human curated site and want our scholarship database as accurate and up-to-date as possible. We appreciate your help in notifying us of any incorrect or out of date information pertaining to this scholarship!

This Scholarship is tagged with the following criteria: African American / Education / Hispanic / Indiana / September

Scholarship Categorization

African American Scholarships Education Scholarships Hispanic Scholarships Indiana Scholarships September Scholarships

Compare Top Scholarships (CollegeWhale FastFind™)

The CollegeWhale Scholarship FastFind™ immediately surfaces similar scholarships based on this scholarship’s details. Sort by award amount, deadline month, or estimated effort to quickly identify strong college scholarship funding opportunities.

1

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Scholarships are a prestigious suite of financial awards designed to support academically talented students who demonstrate strong leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to service. Administered by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, a nonprofit

Award: $1,000 Deadline: January Est. Application Time: Med (48 min)
2

Ron Brown Scholar Program

The Ron Brown Scholar Program is a highly selective national scholarship designed to support outstanding African American high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership ability, community service, and a strong commitment to public service. Named in honor of

Award: $40,000 Deadline: January Est. Application Time: Med (48 min)
3

National Black MBA Association Scholarship

The NBMBAA Scholarship Program, offered by the National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA), supports students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees with a strong focus on business, finance, management, economics, and other related fields that align with the goals of the organization.

Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
4

National Society of Black Engineers Scholarship

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Scholarship Program supports students who are pursuing degrees in engineering, computer science, technology, and related STEM fields. As part of NSBE’s mission to increase the number of Black engineers and technical professionals, the

Award: $1,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
5

Microsoft Blacks at Microsoft Scholarship

The Black at Microsoft (BAM) Scholarship is a company-supported scholarship initiative established by Microsoft employees to help high school seniors pursue higher education and careers in technology and related fields. Although the scholarship was created through the efforts of the

Award: $5,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: High (103 min)
6

Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program

The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program is a federally funded initiative designed to increase the number of highly qualified mathematics and science teachers in high-need school districts across the United States. Administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF) with participation

Award: Varies Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (48 min)
7

Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship

The Bernard Harris Math and Science Scholarship was created to expand access to STEM education for students from underrepresented communities who demonstrate strong academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics. Named in honor

Award: $5,000 Deadline: April Est. Application Time: Med (48 min)
8

Dearmont-Dyas Scholarship

The Dearmont-Dyas Scholarship, offered through the NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives, is a prestigious award created to positively impact the next generation by providing substantial financial support to deserving students. This scholarship awards $25,000 to a selected student pursuing an undergraduate degree,

Award: $25,000 Deadline: April Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
9

NAACP X Society Awards Scholarship

The NAACP x Society Awards Scholarship, part of the NAACP Inspire Initiatives, provides financial support to outstanding students pursuing undergraduate degrees. This scholarship advances equity in educational opportunities and celebrates students pursuing careers in the visual and performing arts. All

Award: $2,000 Deadline: April Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
10

Ed Dwight Scholarship

The Ed Dwight Scholarship, offered through the NAACP’s Inspire Initiatives, provides funding to outstanding students pursuing undergraduate degrees. Named in honor of Ed Dwight — the first Black astronaut candidate, trailblazer in the American space program, accomplished author, and sculptor

Award: $2,500 Deadline: April Est. Application Time: Low (13 min)
11

NHHF Health Professional Student Scholarship

The National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) Health Professional Student Scholarship Program supports medical, nursing (including BSN), dental, pharmacy, physician associate, and public health students who have outstanding academic records, demonstrate leadership, and are committed to serving underserved communities. Since its

Award: $5,000 Deadline: Rolling Est. Application Time: Med (78 min)
12

The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship

The Delores B. Chandler Scholarship, offered by the Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (BOTC), provides financial support to African American students pursuing careers in occupational therapy. This academic-based scholarship was established to honor the contributions of Delores B. Chandler, a dedicated

Award: $500 Deadline: March Est. Application Time: Med (45 min)

This comprehensive collection of scholarships is curated from our regularly updated databases. To explore all available scholarship matches, visit our Scholarship Database.

Millions in Scholarships Available.

No downloads, no registrations, and no personal information required. The Easiest Scholarship Search Ever™ gives you fast, simple access to thousands of verified scholarships — updated daily.

Prefer browsing by interest, major, state, or deadline month? Explore our full Scholarships by Category Hub to instantly view scholarships that match your profile.


Find More Scholarships
Scholarship Database