AMS provides partial scholarships for adult learners newly accepted into, or already enrolled in, an AMS-affiliated teacher education program. These scholarships were established to support the increase of the number of credentialed classroom teachers, and are, consequently, intended for applicants working towards a Montessori teaching credential. Applicants are considered on the basis of official verification of acceptance the program, financial need, a compelling personal statement, and three letters of recommendation.
In order to be considered for a scholarship award, completed online applications (including all enclosures) must be received by April 19, 2024 at 11:59 pm (ET). Incomplete applications are unable to be considered for a scholarship award. Scholarship recipients will be informed by email by the second week of June 2024.
Once started, this online application cannot be saved, so please have the following documents prepared before you begin:
1. Applicant information
2. Personal statement
3. Verification of TEP acceptance
4. Financial statement
5. 2023 Income Tax Form
6. Three letters of recommendation
All information provided in your application will be treated as confidential and used solely for the purpose of selecting scholarship recipients for the 2024– 2025 academic year.
The American Montessori Society is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education. AMS does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of its scholarship programs, and other AMS administered programs and activities.