Amount: $8,000
Deadline: March 31 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The AFT Robert G. Porter Scholars Program supports AFT members and their families pursuing higher education. It recognizes academic achievement and involvement in their communities.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- AFT members, their children, and grandchildren.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay
- Official transcript
- Recommendation letters
Timeline
Applications open in January. Deadline March 31. Winners notified by May.
Tips
Your essay should demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of education and the role of unions in advocating for educators. Highlight any leadership roles or community service.