Scholarship Opportunity

Oklahoma Association for the Education of Young Children Scholarship

Offered by Oklahoma City Community Foundation

Support for early childhood or family services employees pursuing a related degree at an accredited Oklahoma college.

EssayNot required
RenewableNo
Grade LevelCollege Freshman, College Sophomore, College Junior, College Senior, Graduate Student

Application Timeline

Important application dates

This scholarship offers more than one application cycle. Review each window carefully before applying.

2027–28 award cycle

OpensOctober 1, 2026
DeadlineFebruary 15, 2027

Eligibility

  • Be a U.S. resident employed in early childhood care or family services, including a family child care home.
  • Pursue an associate, bachelor’s or graduate degree in early childhood education, child development or family studies at an accredited Oklahoma college. Career technology centers are excluded.

Requirements

  • Provide employment and academic information. Applicants with at least five years of experience in the field receive preference.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the OCCF Universal Application with a recommendation, then submit the matched scholarship in the dashboard by February 15, 2027.