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Texas A&M University – College Station

The College of Education and Human Development at Texas A&M University is dedicated to transforming lives and preparing future educators through innovative research, meaningful service, and unmatched learning opportunities. We are proud to partner with the Charles Butt Foundation and have awarded the Charles Butt Scholarship for Aspiring Teachers to undergraduate students since the program’s inaugural cohort in 2018. These prestigious scholarships are open to all undergraduate Aggies pursuing educator certification in Bilingual Education, Special Education, and EC–6, helping future teachers in these high-need areas gain both financial support and professional mentorship. By reducing financial barriers and fostering professional growth, the partnership strengthens the teaching workforce and supports our mission to ensure every child in Texas has access to excellent, well-prepared educators.

  • Bachelor of Science in Education:
    • Middle Grades 4-8 Math/Science (including McAllen Middle Grades 4-8 Grade Math/Science cohort);
    • Early Childhood-6th Grade Generalist;
    • Middle Grades 4-8 English/Language Arts & Social Studies
  • Special education program
  • Bilingual/ESL education program

University Program Contacts:

Headshot of Melissa Fogarty, Texas A&M University College Station

Clinical Associate Professor • Educational Psychology

Clinical Professor and Associate DH for Undergraduate Programs

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

8

Years as a partner program

112

Scholarships awarded

37

Current Scholars

75

Scholar Alumni

“[The Charles Butt Scholarship] is such a great opportunity to gain mentorship before going into the teaching world. You have an immediate network of people who not only are willing to help you in any situation but WANT to help you!”

Leslie Lehremann
Charles butt scholar ’27

The Charles Butt Scholarship has and continues to prepare me for my future job as a teacher through the opportunities, mentorship, and resources available. I am surrounded by a community of educators who play a role in so many of the lives of our youth today.

Carley Haas
Charles Butt Scholar ’24

Leadership: Charles Butt Scholarship, Stories of Impact

Leading by inclusion

Early on this scholar knew that inclusion — in education, postsecondary opportunities, careers, and our community — would be her life’s passion. 

Anna Fedewa feature

Are you a current Scholar or Scholar Alumni?

We invite you to join two online communities created just for you: CBF Connect – our new networking platform – and our private Charles Butt Scholars Instagram account.

Charles Butt Foundation Contact:

Headshot of Christina Dunigan, Program Director for Charles Butt Scholarship

Christina Dunigan

Program Director – Charles Butt Scholarship