Early Childhood Workforce Scholarship
Covers 100% of program, including tuition, fees, books and uniforms
Hit the ground running and start your career in early childhood education with meaningful financial support. The Early Childhood Workforce Scholarship helps reduce the cost of college for students enrolled in the Early Childhood Specialist program and the Early Childhood Leadership certificate.
Program Details
- Both in-state students and out-of-state students are eligible for the scholarship.
- Scholars of all ages are welcome to apply.
- The scholarship will support tuition, fees, books and other program expenses for credit-bearing courses.
- Recipients of a scholarship will commit to living and working in the state, in childcare or education, for two years following graduation.
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be accepted into the Early Childhood Specialist or Early Childhood Leadership program.
- U.S. citizen or U.S. national (You may be eligible if you have a green card and are
eligible for federal financial aid.)
- Applicants need not be South Dakota residents.
- You must complete the FAFSA (Federal Application for Federal Student Aid).
Student Commitment
By accepting a scholarship, recipients will agree to the following:
- Following graduation, you must work full-time in the childcare or education industry in South Dakota for a minimum of two years.
- Should you choose to be self-employed as a daycare provider, you must be a registered provider in good standing through the State of South Dakota.