DECA Advisor Scholarship Applications Due
January 9, 2026
DECA’s corporate partners offer professional development scholarships to advisors for use at DECA AMPED or other professional development conferences providing continuing education credit (CEU) in their field.
Award: Two (2) $1,000 awards
Eligibility: Active DECA Advisors currently offering direct instruction at a public or private school in the United States or abroad.
Grant Details: In partnership with DECA, NSHSS has established a DECA Advisor Leadership Award to recognize the outstanding contributions of DECA advisors who consistently demonstrate their commitment to preparing students for success in college and in life. Two $1,000 awards will be presented at the DECA International Career Conference in Atlanta, GA on April 27, 2026, to winning applicants. NSHSS educators are eligible to receive one NSHSS grant per academic year.
Application Requirements:
- DECA Advisors must be registered with an active chapter and as NSHSS Educators.
- Essay response of up to 500 words to the following question:
- Why did you become a DECA Advisor, and why do you believe that participation in the program is valuable for high-achieving students?
- Color headshot
- Professional resume
- Principal/Administrator recommendation
