Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship at Connie L. Lurie College of Education 2025

Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship

The Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship is established to support students who are pursuing a career in K-8 teaching. This scholarship honors the legacy of Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink, who dedicated their careers to education and the development of future educators. The award provides financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who are committed to becoming K-8 teachers in California, with an emphasis on those who demonstrate financial need.

This scholarship is designed for students who meet specific academic requirements, are enrolled part-time or full-time in their education programs, and are working toward earning their teaching credentials for elementary and middle school education. The award helps alleviate some of the costs associated with earning a teaching credential, ensuring that dedicated students can focus on their academic and professional goals.

Eligibility

• To be considered for the Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Minimum GPA of 3.0: Applicants must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA to demonstrate academic achievement.
• Minimum Part-Time Enrollment:Undergraduate and credential students must be enrolled in at least 6 units per semester.
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 3 units per semester.

Qualifies for Financial Aid:

• Applicants must be eligible for financial aid and demonstrate financial need.
• California Resident Preparing for K-8 Teaching:
• The scholarship is open to California residents who are preparing to teach in the K-8 grade levels (elementary and middle school).

Value

• The Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship provides an award of $1,000.00.
• This financial assistance is intended to help cover tuition, books, and other educational expenses for students working toward their teaching credentials in K-8 education.

Application Process

To apply for the Maxine Hunt and Professor Jack E. Fink Scholarship, applicants should follow these steps:

Complete the General Application:

• Submit your General Scholarship Application through your institution’s scholarship portal.
• Complete Conditional Application:
• If prompted, complete the Conditional Application to be considered for this specific scholarship.

Deadline:

• All applications must be submitted by April 15, 2024.