Our Process
We support and guide you through the journey to becoming a certified Texas teacher in 18 months or less. Join our waitlist today to receive updates and be first in line when our next cohort applications open.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum GPA of 2.75* (overall or in the final 60 semester hours)
- Official transcript(s)
- Demonstrate English language proficiency
- Full List of Requirements
* For applicants that meet the minimum GPA of at least 2.5 per 19 TAC § 227.10(a)(3) but do not meet the program’s minimum required GPA (overall or last 60 credit hours) of at least 2.75 and/or minimum required college credit hours for the certification they are seeking, the program will allow the applicants to demonstrate proficiency in the content by earning a passing score on the applicable pre-admission content test (PACT).
Support with Additional Admission Requirements
Some applicants may be required to complete additional steps for admissions.
Pre-Admission Content Test (PACT): Applicants who do have a grade point average (GPA) between 2.50 – 2.75 and/or do not meet the required minimum college credit hours for their certification area will be required to complete the PACT exam(s). See the PACT page for additional information.
Foreign Transcript Evaluations: Applicants who hold a Bachelor’s degree from outside of the United States will be required to have a review of their out-of-country credentials conducted by a state-approved service provider. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluations page for additional details.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Applicants who completed their Bachelor’s degrees outside of the United States of America may be required to demonstrate their English language proficiency for admission to the program. See the English Language Proficiency page for further information.
