Learn because you love it. Save because you can.

To help you reach your educational goals, we offer several tuition savings and financial aid options for educators.

For complete details, please call 1-800-997-4154 or complete the information request form.

Walden Funding Opportunities

Ann ‘Tunky’ Riley Excellence in Education Scholarship

Richard W. Riley, the former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, is a leading advocate in advancing education as a national priority and has been actively involved with Walden University for years. Walden recently named its College of Education for Richard W. Riley.

Throughout Secretary Riley’s career, his wife, Ann “Tunky” Riley, joined him in the fight to raise academic standards and to improve instruction for the poor and disadvantaged. This scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Ann “Tunky” Riley, who was a dedicated teacher and a passionate advocate for the quality of public education for all children.

The Ann “Tunky” Riley Scholarship awards up two $25,000 scholarships, to a new student enrolling in many of the college’s academic programs. This scholarship program reflects the college’s dedication to lifelong learning and supports the many educators who stand out because of their superior contributions to their students, colleagues, schools, and communities.

Which degree programs are included in the scholarship program?
The scholarship program will apply to any new student enrolling in one of the following programs:

  • Ph.D. in Education
  • Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
  • Education Specialist (Ed.S.)
  • M.S. in Education
  • M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology
  • Special Education Endorsement programs
  • Teacher Preparation Program with a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
  • B.S. in Child Development
  • Bachelor of Science in Instructional Design and Technology

Scholarship Eligibility
The recipient of an Ann “Tunky” Riley Excellence in Education scholarships must

  • Not be already enrolled in a Walden University program
  • Be fully admitted into one of The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership programs, with the university in receipt of all the applicant’s official documentation
  • Have not received another merit-based Walden scholarship

Scholarship Criteria

  • Applicants must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words or 1 page describing their contributions in one or more of the following areas:
    • Influencing the lives of students
    • Mentoring a colleague
    • Making an impact on an economically disadvantaged school or community
  • Include a formal letter of recommendation from a school official (on school letterhead) describing how their passion for teaching makes an impact on their students, school, or community

Tuition Savings

Walden also offers several tuition-reduction* opportunities, including:

  • Active-Duty/Veteran Tuition Reduction*
  • Alumni Re-enrollment Benefits*

Call 1-800-997-4154 or complete the information request form to learn more.

*Tuition reductions not valid for Tennessee residents. Only one tuition-reduction benefit may be applied to tuition and fees.

Financial Aid

Several federal financial aid options are available, including:

  • Federal Stafford Loans
  • Federal Pell Grants
  • Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students
  • Federal Work-Study
  • Federal Graduate PLUS Loans

Online Walden Forums about financial aid are available. For additional information, call 1-800-997-4154 or complete the information request form.

More Ways to Save

Employer Tuition Assistance
You may be eligible for tuition assistance through your employer to help offset the cost of tuition. Most tuition assistance programs are administered through a company’s or organization’s human resources or employee benefits department. Walden’s knowledgeable enrollment advisors can discuss this option with you.

Transfer of Credit
You may be eligible to transfer credits from other institutions that are accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Walden also recognizes credits earned through several professional associations. Each program has transfer-of-credit maximums and time limits to ensure that you benefit from the most up-to-date knowledge in your field.

For an informal transfer-of-credit review, call 1-800-997-4154 or complete the information request form.



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†Walden University’s teacher preparation programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for licensure in Minnesota. Walden’s enrollment advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about licensure. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state licensure requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be licensed.

* Not applicable in all states. Walden University’s endorsement programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for endorsement or add-on licensure in Minnesota. Candidates for this program must already hold a valid K–12 teaching license. Note that in some states endorsements or add-on licensure can be awarded by passing a state-specified test, rather than completion of a course-based program. Walden’s advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about endorsements. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state endorsement requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be endorsed.

**Walden University does not offer a state-approved Ed.S. (Education Specialist) degree that is recognized for P-12 school teacher or administrator licensure/certification in Minnesota (Walden's home state) or any other state. Walden University makes no representation or guarantee that successful completion of Walden's programs, or coursework for graduate credit within any graduate program will permit a graduate to obtain state certification or licensure as a principal, assistant principal, or other type of K-12 teacher or administrator

***Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call your enrollment advisor at 1-800-997-4154.

Prospective Alabama students: Contact the Teacher Education and Certification Division of the Alabama State Department of Education at 334-242-9935 or www.alsde.edu to verify that these programs qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits.

Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360-725-6320 or prof.educ@k12.wa.us to determine whether Walden’s programs in the field of education are approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.

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