Teacher Certification (Domestic): Financial Aid

Troops to Teachers continues to offer stipends of up to $5000 to military retirees and long term (10 or more year) reservists and Guard personnel currently in drilling status to offset the costs of certification. The TTT Program also offers incentive bonuses of $10,000 to participants who teach in high need schools. If you are retired from military service or think you may be eligible for TTT, please call Meryl Kettler at www.esc13.net/troops or 1-800-810-5484.

Any repayment associated with an awarded grant is an arrangement between the individual and the granting authority. assumes no legal responsibility, contractual or otherwise, for the granting or repayment of such funds to the extent such funds are used to pay program fees. The candidate is responsible for repayment to the granting authority. Any grants available for and granted to an candidate to cover living expenses, etc., while seeking certification are that candidate's responsibility to repay to the granting authority and has no role in that arrangement.

The state provides a listing of financial aid resources available to prospective teachers in Texas. A general description of the available programs is as follows. For specific information regarding eligibility requirements and funding guidelines as they relate to click on the program link.

• Troops to Teachers--This program offers guidance and support for military veterans who wish to make the transition from active duty into the teaching profession.

  Troops to Teachers (TTT) has funds to help pay for the certification programs of eligible military retirees and long-term Guard and Reserve members.

• Other financial aid--The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board administers a variety of grants for attending college. You may also qualify for other financial aid, student loans, or scholarships. Contact the teacher training program you wish to attend for additional information.

GI Bill-OJT (On the Job Training) Funding
Individuals with remaining GI Bill education benefits may receive funding under the OJT program, once hired to teach. Contact Meryl Kettler at 800-810-5484 for more information.