Scholarships

Montessori Training Center Northeast Scholarship Funds

The Montessori Training Center Northeast (MTCNE) manages two distinct scholarship funds for students seeking AMI training as a diploma only or as part of a degree pathway at the University of Hartford. The scholarship application is open to all with priority given to those demonstrating financial need, commitment to the Montessori profession, and underrepresented students in the Montessori teaching profession.

Black Montessori Education Fund 

The Black Montessori Education Fund provides scholarships for eligible teachers who are pursuing or would like to pursue Montessori teacher training with a MACTE-certified training center or AMI or AMS. Selected applicants will receive $2,000, which can be used toward any course-related cost.

Applications open in October 2025. Priority is given to those who are already accepted into a training program.

Margaret Elizabeth Stephenson Fund

AMI/USA established the MES FUND, INC. in honor of Margaret Elizabeth Stephenson, who devoted her life to AMI teacher training in the United States. The fund, which is administered and supported by AMI/USA, honors her legacy and extends her contribution to touch future teachers.  The fund awards partial scholarships in the form of tuition reduction towards AMI training in the United States to selected students. 

Applications are accepted January 1st – May 1st each year.

Montessori Schools of Massachusetts (MSM) Gail Supanich Memorial Scholarship

Montessori Schools of Massachusetts, as part of its commitment to member schools, has established a scholarship program to promote the training of Montessori teachers.  MSM is happy to be able to award 1 scholarship of $5,000 to an applicant who otherwise would not have the opportunity to take Montessori training.  This scholarship will be awarded to an applicant who is entering training and who demonstrates both a commitment to Montessori education and financial need. Applicants must be enrolled in MACTE/AMI approved training program. 

Financial Aid

Students enrolled in a university degree program typically have access to FAFSA.  If you are currently enrolled at the University of Hartford in one of the degree programs with a concentration in Montessori education, please reach out to finaid@hartford.edu for more information pertaining to available financial aid options.