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Dr. Marc Hull Special Ed Scholarship 2027 - $1,500

Deadline February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern 145 days left · Hosted by Vermont Council of Special Education Administrators (VSAC administered) · Published

The Dr. Marc Hull Special Education Leadership Scholarship supports Vermont educators and candidates working toward special education certification or licensure. VSAC administers one or more awards totaling up to $1,500 for students enrolled at least half time at Title IV colleges who hold a 3.0 GPA and document service with individuals with disabilities. Submit the Unified Scholarship Application with ID HULL, essay #1 focused on disability-related service, two recommendations, and an official transcript by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern for 2027-2028 study.

One or more awards
Up to $1,500
Special ed cert
Half-time+
USA deadline
Feb 11, 2027
Essay focus
Disability service
How to apply Am I eligible? Official website

What is the Dr. Marc Hull Special Education Leadership Scholarship?

Marc Hull spent a career pushing Vermont schools toward equitable opportunities for students with disabilities, and this scholarship keeps that work visible for the next generation of special education leaders. VSAC processes applications, while the Vermont Council of Special Education Administrators sponsors the fund.

You are not applying for a generic graduate stipend. The booklet expects coursework toward a special education certificate or license, at least half-time enrollment, and a 3.0 GPA backed by an official transcript. Essay #1 and recommendation letter #2 should show real service with individuals with disabilities, not vague volunteer hours.

FAFSA does not appear on the required document list for Hull, which differs from many VSAC need-based funds. Reviewers still weigh academic achievement plus both recommendations and your essay. VSAC estimated about fifty-three applicants for roughly one award totaling up to $1,500 in recent booklets.

Enter HULL on the Unified Scholarship Application, upload every document before February 11 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern, and keep your program description aligned with special education licensure so disbursement checks do not stall later.

Who can apply

Eligibility

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    Vermont residency through VSAC
    Meet VSAC residency rules for assisted scholarships unless the booklet specifies a different rule for this fund.
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    Special education certificate or license
    Seek a certificate or license in special education at an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding.
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    At least half-time enrollment
    Enroll at least half time while completing coursework toward special education credentials.
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    Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
    Demonstrate academic achievement with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, verified on your official transcript.
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    Service with individuals with disabilities
    Show community involvement or service connected to individuals with disabilities in essay #1 and recommendation letter #2.
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    Title IV eligible institution
    Attend an accredited college that participates in federal Title IV programs such as Pell Grants or Direct Loans.
What you get

Benefits

  • Total funding One or more scholarships up to $1,500 combined
  • Number of awards Typically one award (~53 applicants in estimates)
  • Selection factors Recommendations, essay, academic achievement
  • Program focus Special education certificate or licensure
  • FAFSA Not listed as required for this fund
  • Renewal Not described as renewable
What to prepare

Document checklist

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    Unified Scholarship Application (USA)
    Complete the USA in MyVSAC and enter scholarship ID HULL for the Hull committee.
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    Official transcript
    Upload a transcript showing cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and enrollment in special education coursework.
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    Recommendation letter #1
    Submit one non-relative recommendation that speaks to your academic and professional readiness.
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    Recommendation letter #2 (community service)
    Provide a community service recommendation focused on work with individuals with disabilities.
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    Essay #1 (general essay)
    Describe community involvement or service related to individuals with disabilities, following VSAC essay #1 prompts.
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    MyVSAC account
    Register or update secureacctaccess.vsac.org with accurate program and enrollment details.
Step by step

How to apply

Review the VSAC booklet to ensure your coursework leads to special education certification or licensure, not a unrelated graduate degree.
Gather examples from schools, camps, clinics, or advocacy work before you draft essay #1.
Sign in at secureacctaccess.vsac.org to start the Unified Scholarship Application.
Add other VSAC booklet scholarships you qualify for in the same submission.
One non-relative for letter #1 and a supervisor or mentor who saw your work with individuals with disabilities for letter #2.
Order official transcripts early if your college requires processing time.
VSAC requires the USA, essay, both recommendations, and transcript by 11:59 p.m. Eastern on February 11, 2027.
When

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline
February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern
145 days left
Oct 1, 2026
VSAC Unified Scholarship Application opens for 2027-2028 aid.
Fall 2026
Candidates line up service examples and recommenders who know their disability-related work.
Jan 2027
Finalize essay #1 and confirm HULL is selected with all uploads complete.
Feb 11, 2027
Deadline for the USA, essay, both recommendations, and transcript at 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Spring 2027
VSAC and VCSEA reviewers select recipients from an estimated pool of about 53 applicants.
Fall 2027
Award funds disburse to your college per VSAC schedules for the academic year.
Questions

FAQ

What is the Dr. Marc Hull Special Education Leadership Scholarship?

It is a VSAC-administered Vermont scholarship sponsored by the Vermont Council of Special Education Administrators that honors former commissioner Marc Hull. It supports students pursuing special education certificates or licenses.

How much is the Marc Hull scholarship?

VSAC lists one or more scholarships totaling up to $1,500 when endowment earnings allow.

Does the Marc Hull scholarship require FAFSA?

The VSAC booklet does not list FAFSA among required documents for this fund. Selection focuses on recommendations, essay #1, and academic achievement.

What GPA do I need for the Marc Hull scholarship?

You need a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale, verified with an official transcript.

What should I write in essay #1 for the Hull scholarship?

Speak to community involvement or service related to individuals with disabilities, as the booklet directs.

What VSAC ID do I use for the Marc Hull scholarship?

Enter HULL on the Unified Scholarship Application.

When is the Dr. Marc Hull scholarship deadline?

Submit the Unified Scholarship Application and required documents by February 11, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern for 2027-2028 funding.

Who sponsors the Marc Hull special education scholarship?

The Vermont Council of Special Education Administrators sponsors the fund. VSAC handles application processing through MyVSAC.

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