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WGU and Troops to Teachers
About Troops To Teachers
If you are active or retired military personnel, or a current member of the Reserves or National Guard, and wish to become a certified teacher, you may be eligible for financial assistance in the form of either: (A) a stipend of up to $5,000 for teacher certification expenses for which individuals must teach for three years in a school located in a "high-need" district; or (B) a bonus of $10,000 to teach in a school serving a high percentage of students from low-income families. Find out if you are eligible.

$1,500 Supplemental Troops To Teachers Scholarship
WGU is pleased to offer $1,500 scholarships to supplement the standard Troops to Teachers stipend. Learn more about WGU's Troops To Teachers Supplemental Scholarships.

Western Governors University is a regionally accredited online university that offers a range of teacher certification programs—all delivered at a distance. WGU is a unique institution that offers online degrees based completely on competencies—your ability to demonstrate your skills and knowledge on a series of assessments—not on required courses, providing recognition for your life experience and expertise.

Teacher Licensure
View a list of programs leading to initial teacher licensure.

You can graduate from a flexible program that allows you to certify in multiple states. View a listing of these states.

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WGU Teachers College will be a boon to states seeking training for current teachers and paraprofessionals to help them meet the education requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act and speed their licensure."
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