Wilmington University

M.Ed. in Special Education, Teacher of Students With Disabilities K-12 (traditional route)

Master's in Special Education

Wilmington University offers Master's degree programs in Special Education designed for individuals passionate about supporting children with exceptionalities. The programs emphasize research-based practices and ethical decision-making, preparing graduates to meet the diverse needs of their students. With a focus on experiential learning in real classrooms, graduates are equipped to be job-ready upon completion. The curriculum is flexible, offering various pathways including those for initial teacher certification/state licensure, instructional strategy enhancement for existing K-12 teachers, and options for those not seeking licensure.

Paraeducator to Special Education Teacher K-12 (Alternative Route - ARTC)

The Paraeducator to Special Education Teacher K-12 (Alternative Route - ARTC) program at Wilmington University is designed for individuals who want to become certified special education teachers. ARTC programs are state-approved pathways that allow individuals to obtain teacher licensure and certification, often in critical need areas like special education, even if they don't hold a traditional education degree. This program can help you transition from a paraeducator role to a full-time teaching position with the necessary credentials. WilmU offers ARTC programs for teachers of preschool exceptional children, K-12 students with disabilities, and students with autism and/or severe disabilities. Because program plans are individualized based on your academic background and experience, interested candidates must meet with the ARTC Program Chair to determine eligibility and program fit. Admission to Wilmington University does not guarantee acceptance into the ARTC program.

Karsh International Scholarship Program

Open to international (non-U.S. citizen, non-permanent-resident) high school students applying for first-year undergraduate admission to Duke University. Candidates must demonstrate financial need through Duke's need-based aid process, show interdisciplinary academic curiosity, and have a record of community engagement. There is no separate scholarship form; international applicants who indicate they are applying for financial aid are automatically considered for the Karsh award.

University of Miami Stamps Scholarship

Open to high school seniors, both domestic (U.S.) and international, applying for first-year undergraduate admission to the University of Miami through Early Decision I or Early Action. Applicants are automatically considered with no separate scholarship form; they must submit all first-year admission requirements and demonstrate strong academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement. Semi-finalists complete a Zoom interview.

QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship

Open to high-achieving US high school seniors from low-income backgrounds who are US citizens, permanent residents, or students studying in the US regardless of citizenship. Competitive applicants typically earn mostly A's in challenging courses, rank in the top 5-10% of their class, and have strong standardised test results (SAT/PSAT above 1310 or ACT above 28), though each application is read in context. Applicants must demonstrate strong writing, intellectual curiosity and determination through essays and recommendations. Matched students must attend a partner college as a binding-early-decision commitment.

Maria Goeppert Mayer Fellowship at Argonne National Laboratory

Open to early-career scientists and engineers of all nationalities who hold a PhD awarded within the last three years at the time of application, or who will complete the PhD before the fellowship start date. Research interests must align with Argonne's mission areas. U.S. citizenship is required for national-security-related projects (Detection of Imaging Signatures).

Boustany MBA Harvard Scholarship

Open to candidates of any nationality (priority to those of Lebanese descent) who have received an offer of admission to the Harvard MBA programme and have a strong academic background.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Open to citizens of any country who earned their first/bachelor's degree within the last ~7 years (or will by the Stanford start) and who apply for and gain admission to a full-time Stanford graduate program. Selection seeks independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and a civic mindset.