The Multicultural Education Recruitment in Teaching (MERIT) program was designed to help recruit, prepare, place, and induct a new generation of excellent teachers—a teacher corps that more nearly matches the demographics of the student population.
USF is not currently accepting applications for the MERIT Scholarship, but you are encouraged to participate in some of the suggested activities below to continue exploring the teaching profession and increase your cultural and community awareness!
Get Involved with MERIT
Attend the Future Educator Summer Academy, a residential education experience for aspiring teachers. Spend time on the USF campus exploring the teaching profession, participating in team and leadership activities, and learning about the college application process.
Participate in USF hosted opportunities for educators. Learn and network with other high school students, USF teacher candidates, and practicing professionals. Timely topics and prominent guest speakers increase cultural awareness and boost skills for working with student groups and colleagues.
Apply for scholarships and other awards for future educators attending the University of St. Francis.
Serve as a mentor to MERIT Fellow(s) with a cultural background and teaching area similar to your own.
Regularly connect with MERIT Fellow(s) and participate in various events that promote the mission of MERIT and support the continued growth of our candidates of color.
