Layer-Rahal Family Award

Must be a student majoring in the Graduate School of Education who did not obtain their undergraduate degree in education and who works part-time or full-time outside of their classwork. Preference will be given to *underrepresented students.

*For purposes of this scholarship, the term “underrepresented” is intended to refer to individuals who have been historically underrepresented in a particular field of study, profession, or educational pathway based on factors such as socioeconomic background (e.g. Pell eligibility), first-generation college status, geographic origin, educational access, AmeriCorps alumni status, veteran status, or other unprotected characteristics. This term does not establish preference based on race, sex, ethnicity, or any other protected classification under applicable federal or state law.

Donor
Michelle Layer Rahal, ME '93
Award
Varies
Departments
Graduate School of Education
Deadline
02/20/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Did you obtain your bachelor's degree in education?
  2. Are you currently working part-time or full-time while attending graduate school?
  3. Are you an AmeriCorps alumnus?
  4. GSE Reference Request - Faculty/Staff