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CTA Scholarships

From cta.org. Up to $5,000. Deadline February 5, 2027.

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Award
Up to $5,000
Deadline
February 5, 2027 109 days left
Provider
cta.org
Who can apply
Open to undergraduate college students, graduate and professional students, community college students, or high school seniors in California.
Level
College Students, Graduate Students, Community College Students, High School Seniors
Where
California
Membership
Applicant (or their parent/guardian for dependents) must be an active member of CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired, or a CTA Aspiring Educator member
Essay
Yes, 1 essay
Documents
Transcript, Recommendation form

Last checked October 19, 2026. Details come from the provider; confirm on the official site before you apply.

About this scholarship

Apply by email to scholarships@cta.org. Include: A complete application consists of the online application, two recommendation forms, and unofficial transcripts. For Dependent Children and CTA Aspiring Educators applications, email the unofficial transcripts to scholarships@cta.org. For high school seniors, transcripts must include the first grading period of 12th grade. Requirements: Must be dependent child of an active CTA, CTA/NEA-Retired, or deceased CTA member and claimed as a dependent on the memb; Applicant must be at least a graduating high school senior; High school GPA should reflect a high unweighted average; For CTA Members: must be an active member of CTA (including members working on an emergency credential); For CTA Members: college coursework should demonstrate high academic achievement; Explain any unique circumstances related to medical, physical or emotional difficulties that may have affected your grad.

Email the provider: scholarships@cta.org

Essay prompt

  1. Applicant's Statement

Common questions

How much is the CTA Scholarships worth?

Awards are up to $5,000.

When is the CTA Scholarships deadline?

The deadline is February 5, 2027. As of October 19, 2026, that is 109 days away.

Who can apply for the CTA Scholarships?

Open to undergraduate college students, graduate and professional students, community college students, or high school seniors in California.

Does the CTA Scholarships require an essay?

Yes. The application asks for 1 essay. The first prompt is: "Applicant's Statement".

How do I apply for the CTA Scholarships?

Applications are sent by email to scholarships@cta.org. Have these ready: Transcript, Recommendation form. Scholarly can also fill out and submit it for you after you review it.

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