• MSN Nursing Community Grant*

  This grant is offered to nursing professionals interested in earning a Master of Nursing Science degree at Capella University.

  Who is eligible?
  New students who enroll in the MSN program in Capella's Department of Nursing with a start date of April 9, 2012. Students must enroll with at least 3 other new students who share the same employer, organization, or alma mater.

  How much is the grant?
  $1,000 distributed evenly over 4 consecutive quarters.

  When is this grant available?
  This grant is available to new students who begin the MSN program with a start date of April 9, 2012.

  Spring quarter application deadline: April 9, 2012.
  
  Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.

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• Helene Krivosha School of Education Scholarship

  This scholarship is funded by Capella in honor of Helene Krivosha, a founding member of Capella University Board of Directors who served on the board from 1994 to 2004.

  Who is eligible?
  Master's or doctoral degree program learners in the School of Education who demonstrate academic excellence as well as financial need, and who are currently enrolled and have successfully completed at least 4 quarters at Capella.

  How much is the award?
  $5,000, distributed evenly over 4 consecutive quarters.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered once per year. Applications are typically accepted mid-March through late April.

• U.S. Department of Defense Information Assurance Scholarship

  Capella learners are eligible for this one year full scholarship because Capella is one of the select institutions to earn the Center for Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAEIAE) designation from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

  Who is eligible?
  Current master's and doctoral learners, and undergraduate learners who have earned at least 90 credits. Applicants must be enrolled in a program related to computer and network security.

  How much is the award?

  • Covers full tuition, books, and expenses for one year
  • $14,000 stipend ($19,000 for graduate students)
  • Information security internship with the Department of Defense and a professional position with the federal government at the completion of your program. Most internships are located in the Washington, D.C. area. This scholarship program requires you to fulfill a period of service with the DoD.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered once per year. Applications are typically accepted in late January.

• Robert C. Ford Scholarship

  This scholarship is funded by Capella in honor of Dr. Robert C. Ford, who served as dean of the Capella University School of Human Services from 1997 until his death in 2001.

  Who is eligible?
  Current Capella learners enrolled in any degree program who demonstrate academic and professional objectives reflective of Dr. Ford's mission to help people help themselves, while serving traditionally underserved and disadvantaged members of society, and who have successfully completed first course and who demonstrate financial need.

  How much is the award?
  $4,000, distributed evenly over 4 consecutive quarters.

  When is this scholarship available?
  The Robert C. Ford scholarship is offered 4 times per year. Applications are typically accepted mid-September, early December, mid-March, and mid-June.

• Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences School Psychology Certificate Practicum Scholarship

  This scholarship is available to learners enrolled in the Specialist Certificate in School Psychology program.

  Who is eligible?
  Current learners in the Specialist Certificate in the School Psychology program who have completed at least 20 quarter credit hours, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.8, and are student members of NASP (National Association of School Psychologists).

  How much is the award?
  $2,500, distributed over 2 quarters of the practicum.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered twice per year. Applications for Winter quarter are typically accepted mid-October through mid-November; the Summer quarter award, mid-March through the end of April.

• Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences School Psychology Master's Degree Scholarship

  This scholarship is available to learners enrolled in the School Psychology master's degree specialization.

  Who is eligible?
  Current learners in the School Psychology master's degree specialization who have completed at least 20 quarter credit hours, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.8, and are student members of NASP (National Association of School Psychologists).

  How much is the award?
  $2,500, distributed evenly over 2 consecutive quarters.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered twice per year. Applications for Winter quarter are typically accepted mid-October through mid-November; the Summer quarter award, mid-March through the end of April.

• Scott Sathers Family and Friends Scholarship

  Scott Sathers was a beloved and valued staff member of Capella University who died in the collapse of the I-35W bridge in August 2007 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Scholarship funds are raised by Scott's family and friends at their annual golf tournament.

  Who is eligible?
  Current Capella learners enrolled in one of the specializations and degrees in the fields of counseling, psychology, or public safety, who have successfully completed their first course, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (graduate learners) or 2.0 (undergraduate learners), and can demonstrate financial need.

  How much is the award?
  $3,000, distributed in summer quarter.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered once per year. Applications are typically accepted mid-March through late April.

• Scott Sathers Memorial Scholarship

  Scott Sathers was a beloved and valued staff member of Capella University who died in the collapse of the I-35W bridge in August 2007 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His parents and wife, along with Capella, established this scholarship in his memory.

  Who is eligible?
  Current Capella learners enrolled in either the Leadership Coaching Psychology or Sport Psychology MS specializations, who have successfully completed their first course, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and can demonstrate financial need.

  How much is the award?
  $2,500, distributed in fall quarter.

  When is this scholarship available?
  This scholarship is offered once per year. Applications are typically due in late April.

• TEACH (Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education) Grant*

  Capella is a participant in the federal TEACH Grant program. The grant is offered to students who commit to teaching in a high-need field at a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families.

  Who is eligible?
  Students enrolled in Capella's MS in Education program in one of the following specializations:

  • English Language Learning and Teaching
  • Leadership in Educational Administration
  • Reading and Literacy
  • Special Education Teaching

  Recipients must also agree to teach full-time in a high-need field in a school that serves low-income families for a total of at least 4 academic years within 8 years after completing or withdrawing from your program. See full eligibility requirements.

  How much is the grant?
  The TEACH Grant is renewable each aid year (as long as you continue to meet eligibility requirements) for a benefit of up to $4,000 per financial aid year (up to $8,000 in aggregate for graduate learners).

  When is the grant available?
  The grant is available year-round.

  • Learn more and see full eligibility requirements.
  • Talk with an enrollment counselor by calling 1.888.227.3552.

* Open for Application