To be eligible for the ICTM Scholarships in Mathematics Education, applicants must be enrolled as a junior or senior in an accredited university or college in Illinois and be working on their first bachelor’s degree with an intent to teach in Illinois upon graduation.
Scholarship Details
- Up to three scholarships of $1,500 each are awarded annually
- Recipients receive a free 1-year ICTM membership
- Free registration to the annual ICTM conference is included
- Winners are paired with an ICTM board mentor
- Scholarships are presented each October
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be enrolled as a junior or senior at an accredited college or university in Illinois during the spring
- Graduation must be scheduled for May or later
- Must be working on a first bachelor’s degree
- Must intend to teach in Illinois upon graduation
- Eligible majors include mathematics education, mathematics with an education minor, early childhood education, and elementary education
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from all colleges attended
Application Process
- Complete the ICTM Scholarship Application Form through the ICTM Scholarship Submission Portal
- Write and submit two essays of 200–300 words each
- Submit a complete lesson planning form
- Provide transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Submit two letters of recommendation from mathematics or mathematics methods teachers
- Include verification of enrollment in a teacher education program
- Applications are reviewed and scored using a rubric that includes GPA, activities, essays, and lesson planning quality
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Ms. Shelly Murphy via email. Once you've gathered all of the materials listed in item 5 above, submit your documents in our online portal.
