Northeastern University, Charlotte offers Graduate Education Scholarship to Educators at Public Schools, Colleges, Universities in North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Northeastern University, Charlotte is offering a graduate education scholarship to all educators and administrators working in public school systems or public colleges and universities across the state of North Carolina.  Students who enroll in one of four master's degree programs at Northeastern University, Charlotte in 2012, and meet the criteria, will qualify for a scholarship award of up to $2,500.

"For over a century, Northeastern University has been committed to educating individuals who seek to make positive changes and contributions to the world.  These scholarships demonstrate our contribution to the very individuals who impact the strength and vitality of public education across the state by providing them with 21st century skills," said Dr. Cheryl Richards, CEO and Regional Dean of the Charlotte Campus.

To qualify for a scholarship award, educators and administrators in North Carolina must enroll in the Master of Education, Master of Science in Leadership, Master of Science in Project Management or Master of Sports Leadership degree program. Each program is offered in a hybrid learning format that combines classroom and online teaching with coursework and a fully-online program option. The curriculum across these programs addresses topics that are transforming education, including globalization, technology and teaching English-language learners and non-traditional learners. The rich curriculum, combined with instruction from faculty who are industry leaders, prepares students for success in the global arena and provides opportunities for advancement in their careers as educators.   

"From rural school districts in the western part of the state to coastal districts in the east and the large urban areas in between, our graduate education scholarships will give educators in North Carolina access to the tools they need to transform education in public schools, public colleges and public universities across the state," said Dr. John LaBrie, Dean of the College of Professional Studies and Vice President for Professional Education for Northeastern University.

The fall term start dates are Monday, September 10 and Monday, October 22.  For more information and to schedule a visit to the Charlotte campus or attend an information session, visit http://www.northeastern.edu/charlotte/degree_programs/education.html. 

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a private, global research university. Northeastern is the recognized leader in experiential learning, anchored in the world's farthest-reaching cooperative education program, offering students opportunities for professional work, research, service, and global learning in the United States and 84 other countries with more than 2,700 employers. The university's use-inspired research enterprise focuses on solving global challenges, with particular emphasis on three imperatives: health, security, and sustainability. Northeastern offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in eight colleges and the School of Law.

Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies (CPS) is committed to providing career-focused educational programs that are designed to accommodate the complex lives of motivated learners. Offered in a variety of innovative formats, CPS courses are taught by accomplished scholars and practitioners who have real-world experience. The result is an educational experience founded on proven scholarship, strengthened with practical application, and sustained by academic excellence.

SOURCE Northeastern University, Charlotte