The Education Program supports students from diverse backgrounds and starting points. We introduce students to careers in education and paths towards career certificates and teacher licensure. Tuition assistance may be available for many of our education programs.

Find out if you qualify for funding for any of our programs by completing the Funding Eligibility Form in the Apply Now box to the left.

For assistance or additional information contact the Education Program. We look forward to working with you to meet your goals to become an educator.

• ODE-GYO TEACHING PATHWAY GRANTS

Students pursuing an education degree and school district employees are invited to apply for this tuition waiver funded by the Oregon Department of Education. Click on the ODE Grow Your Own Grant page for more information.

• STEM TEACHING NSF NOYCE SCHOLARSHIPS

For students seeking teaching careers in a STEM field. Click on the STEM Teaching Scholarship page for more information.

• BILINGUAL STUDENT TEACHER LEADERS PROGRAM

There is an acute need for bilingual teachers in Oregon. Click on the Bilingual Teaching page for more information.

• PROJECT ABLE: ACCESSIBLE PATHWAYS FOR BILINGUAL LEADERS IN EDUCATION

This is a new federal grant that Chemeketa's Education Program was awarded in the fall of 2024.  If you are a bilingual student enrolled in one of our eligible education pathways you could receive funding under this grant.  For more information complete the Interest Form in the Apply Now box to the left.