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The Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program

Become an early childhood educator with a no-tuition degree and a paid earn-while-you-learn classroom role.

A New Pathway for Future Early Childhood Educators

The Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program removes the biggest barriers to earning your teaching degree — cost and experience. Supported by a historic philanthropic investment from the Suzanne McGraw Foundation, this program covers the full balance of your tuition and places you directly in early childhood classrooms while you earn your degree.

All you need to focus on are your classes and we will handle the rest.

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What Sets This Program Apart

A Fully Funded Path to Your Degree

Your tuition is covered. That means no loans and no financial barriers so you can focus fully on becoming an educator.

Earn While You Learn in a Paid Classroom Role

Work in an early childhood classroom throughout the undergraduate program, gaining paid experience that builds real skills and confidence while you complete your degree.

A Full Year of Employment After You Graduate

After earning your degree, you will continue in your full-time teaching role for an additional year, entering the field with credentials, experience and a clear pathway forward.

How the Program Works

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During Your Degree

  • Enroll as a full-time education major focused on early childhood education.
  • Join a cohort of 25 students and follow a unified course pathway.
  • Work in an early childhood classroom while completing your coursework.
  • Receive full tuition support and additional program resources.
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After Graduation

  • Transition into a full-time role and remain in your placement classroom for one year.
  • Graduate with a degree and a year of professional experience, making you career-ready from day one.
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Who Should Apply?
The Suzanne McGraw Scholars Program is ideal for students who:

  • Are passionate about early childhood education
  • Want hands-on classroom experience while earning their degree
  • Are seeking a debt-free pathway to becoming a teacher
  • Thrive in community-based, highly supported learning environments
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Ready to Get Started?

Applications are open. Begin your journey toward a teaching career with full support, hands-on classroom experience and a community dedicated to helping you succeed.

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