Alternative Teacher Certification Program for STEM
University of Houston teachHOUSTON
Program overview
College seniors and college graduates with a STEM background (15 hours of math or science) who aspire to become secondary STEM teachers
Eligibility
STEM background with 15 hours of math or science; required courses for certification area; UH application; TX-PACT unless waived; criminal background check; reside in greater Houston area · Not eligible for F1 visa sponsorship; international transfer students must meet English Language Proficiency requirements and specific deadlines · Reside in the greater Houston area for the duration of the program
Key details
- Organization
- University of Houston teachHOUSTON
- Type
- Alternative Teacher Certification Program
- Location
- University of Houston, Houston, Texas (greater Houston area required)
- Application deadline
- Fall 2026 Cohort: International transfer students: April 10, 2026; Transfer and visiting applicants: June 1, 2026; Current UH students: June 8, 2026
- Cost
- Full funding available; scholarships available to eligible candidates; paid yearlong residencies $10,000 per semester
- Compensation
- Stipend available
- Time commitment
- 9 months; field experiences Monday-Friday
- Application status
- Open
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.