Find and Connect With Teacher Prep Programs

Timing note: Program response times vary and are not guaranteed. If you are targeting a specific enrollment term or start date, request information early - program capacity and enrollment windows fill faster than most candidates expect, especially for fall starts.

Can I request information or apply for a teacher-certification program online?

Yes - requesting information through this page is an online process. You submit basic details, and a program enrollment advisor follows up directly. The formal application for admission, if you decide to proceed, is also typically completed online through the program's own portal. No in-person visit or mailed documents are required at the information-request stage.

Am I applying to a program directly, or just requesting information?

You are requesting information - not submitting a formal application for admission. The request connects you with an enrollment advisor who can answer your specific questions about routes, state approval, timeline, and costs. The formal application process comes later, after you have confirmed the program is the right fit for your state and goals.

What information do I need to have ready before submitting?

Basic information is all that is typically needed at this stage: your highest level of education, the state where you plan to teach, and - if you know it - the grade band or subject area you are targeting. You do not need transcripts, test scores, or references to request information. Those come later in the formal application process.

How quickly will a program follow up after I submit?

Response times vary by program and time of year and are not guaranteed. Programs tend to receive higher volumes near the start of fall and spring enrollment windows. If you are working toward a specific start date, requesting information early gives you more time to evaluate your options before decisions become urgent.

Should I choose between an alternative-cert path and an MAT before requesting information?

Having a general sense of your preferred route will make the conversation with an enrollment advisor more productive - but you do not need a final decision before reaching out. The path selector at the top of this page can help you narrow down which program type fits your situation. If you are still weighing the two, an enrollment advisor can walk through the tradeoffs specific to your state and background during the initial conversation.

Can I get state-specific guidance before I complete any form?

Yes - your state education agency's website is the authoritative source for current licensure requirements, required exams, and lists of state-approved programs. No form or program contact is required to access that information. Look up your state agency directly, review the current requirements, and then return here to request information from a program once you have confirmed which route applies to you.

What if I am not fully ready to apply but want a next step today?

The right next step depends on where you are in the process. If you know your state and have a general sense of your route, requesting information from a program is a low-commitment way to get your specific questions answered without obligation. If you are earlier in the process - still evaluating states, route types, or whether teaching is the right move - check your state education agency's website first for current requirements and approved programs. Either way, there is a concrete next step available today that does not require a commitment.

Will multiple schools contact me if I request information?

If you request information from more than one program, you may hear from more than one enrollment advisor. Your information is handled in accordance with the site's and each program's privacy policies - review both before you submit. You are under no obligation to respond to every outreach you receive.

How do I know if a program is approved in my state before I submit?

Ask directly - it is one of the most important questions to confirm before enrolling. Your enrollment advisor should be able to tell you whether the program holds state approval in your target state and for the specific subject area and grade band you intend to teach. Always verify independently through your state education agency's official approved program database. State approval is not automatically conferred by regional or program-level accreditation - it is a separate determination made by each state, and approval status is subject to change.