Application Center

Thank you for your interest in the Teach & Inspire Scholarship Program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Download an application(pdf)

Next application deadline: April 30, 2009

If you missed the last deadline, we do still encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you regarding your application to let you know the next steps in the process.

Eligibility

Our program has a few important requirements. If the items below describe you, then you are ready to apply and take an important step toward a classroom of your own.

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in any subject from an accredited college
  • You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  • You do not have a renewable teaching license
  • You are ready to commit to three years in the classroom in a high-need district
  • You are not already enrolled in the ABCTE certification program

Application Materials

When you apply, include the following:

  • Application form. Don't forget to sign it
  • Two essays (maximum one page each)
  • Recommendation form in a sealed signed envelope
  • Official transcript from the university/college granting your Bachelor’s degree
  • Unofficial transcripts from any other community college/university/college(s) you attended to earn your Bachelor’s degree

Your application is not complete until we receive all of the required materials via postal mail.

Application Process

  1. We will review your materials and contact you within 8 weeks
  2. If you meet the competitive requirements, your next step is a phone interview. This is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and to discuss your commitment to teaching
  3. If you are selected to receive a scholarship, you will have 15 days to accept. At this time, you will pay a $200 processing fee to begin the program

Mailing Address

Please send all documents to:

ABCTE
c/o Teach & Inspire
1225 19th Street NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036