Minority Programs in Education (MPIE)

TBA; ED 110; 407 823 0184
http://education.ucf.edu/mpie/

Minority Programs in Education (MPIE) is designed to recruit and retain diverse students as they prepare for a career in education. MPIE provides future educators with financial assistance, academic support, and professional development. Each student admitted into the program is paired with a faculty mentor in the College.

Program Objectives
  • Recruit and retain diverse students interested in careers in teaching
  • Promote academic excellence and foster professional development
  • Assist in job placement
  • Encourage community involvement and commitment
Scholarship Requirements

Students must meet the following criteria:

  • Eligible groups: African-American/Black, Asian-American/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, or American Indian/Alaskan Native
  • Be a Florida Resident
  • Be admitted into the UCF-College of Education as a degree-seeking undergraduate student
  • Minimum semester and overall grade point average of 2.5
  • Submit Scholarship Application
  • Successful interview with the Scholarship Application Review Committee
  • Submit two letters of recommendation and current resume
  • Complete 40 hours of community service for each year the scholarship is received
Application deadlines:
  • July 1 for Fall semester
  • November 15 for Spring semester