Scholarships For Online Degree Programs
Online degree programs offer flexible learning opportunities, and many scholarships are available to help students finance their education. Here are some scholarship options for online degree programs:
1. University-Specific Scholarships
Many universities offer scholarships for students enrolled in their online programs. Some notable examples include:
- Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) Online Scholarships
- Arizona State University Online Scholarships
- University of Florida Online Scholarships
2. Government and Federal Aid
- Pell Grants (U.S.) – Need-based federal grant for undergraduate students.
- TEACH Grant – Available for students pursuing teaching degrees.
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – Determines eligibility for various grants and scholarships.
3. Private and Nonprofit Scholarships
- GetEducated.com Distance Learning Scholarships – Awards $1,000 to students in accredited online programs.
- eLearners Scholarship for Online Education – Helps cover tuition for students pursuing online degrees.
- Scholarship America Programs – Various funding opportunities for online students.
4. Scholarships for Specific Fields
- STEM Scholarships – Offered by organizations like Google, Microsoft, and the National Science Foundation.
- Nursing and Healthcare Scholarships – Available through the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and other healthcare organizations.
- Business and Management Scholarships – Offered by the National Society of Accountants and the American Marketing Association.
5. Employer-Sponsored Scholarships
Many companies provide tuition assistance and scholarships for employees pursuing online degrees. Examples include:
- Amazon Career Choice Program
- Google’s Employee Education Assistance
- Walmart Live Better U Program
6. International Scholarships
For non-U.S. students looking for financial aid, options include:
- Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships (For students from low and middle-income countries)
- DAAD Scholarships for Online Learning (For German and international students)
