Fall 2026 Semester
Scholarships for Early Childhood Education Students
United Way Success By 6® is awarding a limited number of partial scholarships for the Fall 2026 semester to teachers currently working in early care and education programs.
These scholarships are available to associate- and bachelor ’s-degree-seeking students pursuing further education in early childhood education or a related field. Applicants must intend to remain in the early care and education profession in Buchanan, Andrew or Doniphan counties.
Scholarships will cover 90% of tuition, required books and required fees for the approved class after all other funding has been applied.
Scholarship Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:
• Currently work at least 30 hours per week in a licensed or license-exempt early care and education setting that accepts Missouri subsidy or offers other tuition supports.
• Work at an early care and education setting located in Buchanan, Andrew or Doniphan counties.
• Have worked and/or volunteered in an early care and education setting for at least one year before applying.
• Attend an accredited higher education institution.
• Be pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related degree.
• Commit to one year of work in an early care and education setting in Buchanan, Andrew or Doniphan counties after receiving a scholarship.
• Seek all available financial aid, including but not limited to FAFSA, PELL and TEACH, before submitting an application.
• Be in good standing with TEACH, if applicable.
• Earn a passing grade in the funded class.
Financial Aid Requirements
Applicants are required to seek all available avenues for financial aid before applying for a United Way Success By 6® scholarship.
Helpful resources include:
• FAFSA
• TEACH Early Childhood Missouri
Applicants who are not in good standing with TEACH will not be considered until their TEACH obligations have been satisfied.
Application Deadline
Completed applications and all required attachments must be received by:
12:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026
Applications received after the deadline may not receive full consideration.
Important Scholarship Information
The approved class must be required for graduation. Scholarship recipients are responsible for earning a passing grade in the funded class.
Failure to meet eligibility criteria may jeopardize an applicant’s eligibility for United Way Success By 6® scholarships.