Frequently Asked Questions
FSU - NCTeach Program

When will NC TEACH classes be held?

The NC TEACH program is offered at twelve host site universities. Each host site constructs its own unique schedule for NC TEACH class offerings. Contact the NC TEACH coordinator at your host site for specific information about course schedules.

When is the deadline for application?

Each host site has a different deadline for application. Please view your host site's page for information on submitting your application.

How much does NC TEACH cost?

Tuition for NC TEACH and content courses is paid directly to your host site's graduate school, and is based on their tuition per credit hour rate. Please view your host site's page for information on tuition and fees

Can I get financial aid?

There are no financial aid programs available through NC TEACH, but as a university student you are eligible for several types of scholarships and federal loans. For specific information about financial aid, contact the financial aid office at your host site, or your host site coordinator.

I am not a resident of North Carolina. Do I have to pay out-of-state tuition?

Out-of-state applicants who obtain employment as a teacher and who reside in the state of North Carolina will be eligible for in-state tuition in the public universities once they begin teaching in a public school. Out-of-state residents are required to pay out-of-state tuition for the credit hours earned during the Summer Institute.

Should I apply if I don't meet one or more of the eligibility requirements?

If you do not meet one or more of the minimum eligibility requirements, it is unlikely that you will be granted admission to the program. There are some conditions under which a waiver of the GPA requirement may be approved. Please contact the NC TEACH program office or your host site coordinator if you are concerned about your eligibility for the program.

What will my starting salary be?

Please refer to the NC Public School Salary Schedule at http://www.ncpublicschools.org for specific information regarding starting salaries for teachers. Years of experience in a previous career may be considered when determining your salary; that decision is made by your employing school district.

When will I get a decision on my application?

Since we review and make decisions on applications throughout the application period, there is no set date for notification of status. You will be notified of a decision on your application as soon as one is made.

I am a current first-year lateral entry or emergency licensed teacher. Am I eligible for the program?

Yes! First year lateral entry or emergency licensed teachers are encouraged to apply.

I don't have any teaching experience. Am I eligible for the program?

Yes! NC TEACH was designed to assist mid-career professionals with no teaching experience with their transition to a career in teaching.

My desired licensure area isn't listed on the NC TEACH application. Does that mean NC TEACH doesn't offer licensure in that area?

If your desired licensure area is not listed in the NC TEACH materials, we do not offer it at this time.

When should I start looking for a teaching position?

You should begin your search for a teaching position in a North Carolina public school (including charter schools) as soon as possible. NC TEACH is available to guide and assist participants in their search for employment; however, participants must assume primary responsibility for obtaining a teaching position.

Will I earn a degree through NC TEACH?

The NC TEACH program leads to licensure only. However, credits earned through NC TEACH may be applied to a MAT program, if offered at your host site university.

NC TEACH isn't for me. Where can I find alternatives?

The NC Department of Public Instruction maintains an excellent website on teacher licensure and employment, including a list of approved teacher education programs throughout the state. That website can be accessed at http://www.ncpublicschools.org/teacher_education/ncatemanual.html.