1. Assistantships
Graduate Assistantships
Athletics - Assistant Coaching Positions: Contact Dr. Jack M. Toms, Director of Athletics, at 434/544-8498 for further information.
2. Grants
Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG) is a non-need-based state grant available to all Virginia residents who attend a private college full time in the Commonwealth of Virginia. (A full-time course load at the graduate level is nine credit hours per semester.) VTAG is estimated at $2,100 for graduate students for the 2007-08 academic year. The Commonwealth of Virginia maintains a July 31 annual application deadline.
The Virginia Department of Education offers tuition assistance of $500 per course toward graduate tuition for up to three courses per year. These funds frequently are available to special education teachers (and paraprofessionals) under a contract with a local division. Contact your local school division for additional information.
3. Loans
Federal Stafford and Perkins Loans provide up to the cost of attendance less any other financial aid for graduate students. Students who demonstrate need through the FAFSA are eligible for subsidized loans. Students who do not demonstrate need based upon FAFSA results are eligible for unsubsidized loans. Students must be carrying at least a half-time course load, six credit hours per semester, in order to be considered for these loans. Loan cancellation options are possible for educators.
Virginia Scholarship Loan Program - VASLP:
Available (based on state budget) to upper-level undergraduate and graduate students who are Virginia residents and are seeking an endorsement in a state-designated priority area. Successful teaching in Virginia enables the loan to be canceled. Contact: Office of Financial Aid. Applications generally due in March (in years when funds are available).
4. Scholarships
Altavista Scholarship Program: Supported by the Altavista Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with Altavista-area businesses, this award is made available to an M.Ed. student currently teaching at Altavista Elementary, Middle, or High School, Hurt Elementary School, or Faith Christian Academy.
Donald D. Hammill Scholarship: Funded by the Donald D. Hammill Foundation and awarded annually to a full-time student enrolled in the graduate special education program.
P. Buckley Moss Scholarship: Funded by proceeds from the sale of world-renowned artist P. Buckley Moss’s print of a College dell scene, this scholarship provides assistance to students in the graduate special education program.
George N. Rainsford Scholarship: Supported by the George N. Rainsford Community Partnership Fund and awarded as leadership scholarships to minority graduate students.
Summers-Clopper Scholarship: Awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in an education program.
Thompson Entrepreneurial Challenge Scholarship Fund: Awarded to students in the M.B.A. program who have demonstrated entrepreneurial interests by work history and self-sufficiency or with free enterprise projects or by participation in projects of the Mason Center at Lynchburg College.
M. Weldon Thompson Scholarship: Annual grants to admitted M.Ed. students (full-time or part-time) who have prior professional experience.
D. L. "Pete" Warren Scholarship: Awarded annually to a full-time student enrolled in an M.Ed. program with preference given to students in counseling.
J. Edward Petty Scholarship: Awarded annually to a full-time student enrolled in our M.Ed. program in Educational Leadership.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Minority Teachers Scholarships: Annual scholarships to African-American students (upper level undergraduates, licensure, master’s students) pursuing careers in teaching. Individuals selected must demonstrate a clear commitment to a career in teaching.
Katherine C. Radford Scholarship: Provides annual support to graduate students in special education.
Lily Hutchison Scholarship: Will be available in the future for graduate students in education.
Evelyn P. Bickham Scholarship: Awarded annually to graduate students in education.
Anne M. Huston Fund: Provides scholarship support to full-time and part-time graduate students in education with a preference for those in the reading program.
Helen A. and Edward J. Polloway Diversity Fund: Provides scholarship and research support to graduate students in special education.
Center for Family Studies and Educational Advancement: Provides scholarship support to graduate students in conjunction with the programs of the Center. Preference is given to students in the community and school counseling programs.
Elizabeth M. Forsyth Fund: Provides scholarship support to current staff members of Elizabeth’s Early Learning Center or teachers in the early childhood special education program.
Martha M. Sheffler Scholarship: Awarded annually to graduate students in education with preference to students pursuing their Master's degree in educational leadership.
Marjorie Ellen Proffitt Howard Scholarship Fund: Will be available in the future for graduate students with preference to individuals in special education.
Presidential Scholarships: Initiated under the auspices of the President of the College to provide support to students who have previously earned a B.A./B.S. degree from Lynchburg College.
Charlotte Evans Lunsford Scholarship: Provides support annually to graduate students in English.
Paul D. and Grace B. Richardson Scholarship: Provides annual support for students who demonstrate academic merit and are pursuing a graduate degree in reading.
Libby Keeton LaPrade Scholarship: Supports annual scholarship for graduate students in English; established in memory of Elizabeth "Libbie" Keeton LaPrade, Class of 1947.
Thomas C. Tiller Scholarship: Awarded to a graduate student who completed his/her undergraduate degree at Lynchburg College.
KOVAR Scholarship: Funded by the Knights of Columbus and awarded annually to a graduate student in special education in the area of mental retardation.
Mary Ann Smith Scholarship: Provides support annually to graduate students in the M.B.A. program.
Katherine S. Kilcher Scholarship: Will provide support to graduate students in the counselor education program.
Powell Foundation Scholarship: Funded by the Powell Foundation of Altavista and awarded to graduate students in special education from Campbell or Pittsylvania counties.
Oreon E. Scott Scholarship: Provides annual support to a graduate student (with a preference to members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)) who will work as a graduate assistant in LC's service learning projects.
The Walter G. Mason Scholarship Fund: Provides support to M.B.A . students.
Raymond E. and Frances Sutton Oliver Scholarship Fund: Will provide support to graduate students.
Mary Futrell Scholarship: Provides support for future teachers.
Edna Mae Turner Scholarship: Will provide support for female M.B.A. students.
Bernadette Kyle Fund: Will support undergraduate and graduate studies in the sciences, including the M.Ed. in Science Education.
Thomas C. Allen Fund: To be awarded annually to graduate students in English.
NOTE: All information is subject to ongoing review and changes.
5. NAFSFAA Recommendations
6. Lynchburg College 2006-2007 Virginia Department of Education Licensure Coursework for Special Education Teachers
For more financial assistance information, contact the Office of Financial Aid.