North Greenville University Gains Teaching Fellows Institution Status

North Greenville University Gains Teaching Fellows Institution Status

Greenville, SC – North Greenville University announced on August 15 that it has been officially recognized as a Teaching Fellows Institution by the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA). This designation allows the university to participate in the S.C. Teaching Fellows program, which is aimed at attracting talented high school students interested in pursuing careers in education.

Starting in the fall of 2025, North Greenville University will begin its first teaching cohort, welcoming students who are a part of the Teaching Fellows program. NGU President Gene C. Fant Jr. expressed his excitement about this opportunity, citing his and the first lady’s shared backgrounds as school teachers. “We know first-hand the importance of well-trained, transformational educators to local communities,” Fant remarked. He emphasized the benefits of offering financial aid to dedicated future educators, helping them begin their teaching careers with quality training from experienced professors.

Applications for the Teaching Fellows program will open online from October 1 until December 1. To qualify, applicants must be high school seniors or early graduating juniors, be U.S. citizens, and residents of South Carolina. Selected students will be invited to a regional screening process, which includes a presentation, interviews, and a writing assessment.

The Teaching Fellows program has been supporting aspiring teachers since its establishment in 1999. Each year, it provides scholarships and grants to up to 230 high-achieving students across various universities in South Carolina. Besides North Greenville University, other participating institutions include Anderson University, Clemson University, and the College of Charleston, among others.

For those interested in the Teaching Fellows program, additional information and application details can be found at the official CERRA website.