Summer and Fall 2026 Admissions and Enrollment
Get Started: How to Apply
Start your Relay journey
Relay is now enrolling for the Summer and Fall 2026 terms, and we can’t wait to talk with you! Fill out our interest form and an Admissions Liaison will be in touch soon:
Applications are rolling; however, we recommend applying early to ensure the best days and times for classes. See all deadlines
A foundation you can rely on
For more than a decade, Relay has prepared 14,000 teachers through programs grounded in real classrooms, real students, and real impact. No matter where you study, every Relay program is anchored in a powerful, shared foundation:
A community of educators — Relay serves educators at every point in their careers and is committed to recruiting and retaining educators to meet the tremendous need across this country.
Evidence-based, practical curriculum — Our approach is based on current research and field experience. We emphasize continuous improvement through observation, feedback, and practice, practice, practice.
Experienced and supportive faculty and advisors — All Relay faculty and student advisors were selected because they have been highly effective PK-12 educators who can impart actionable, real-world strategies. Dedicated Managers of Student Success will support you through every aspect of your experience with an approach focused on meeting your needs.
Evidence-based, practical curriculum — Our approach is based on current research and field experience. We emphasize continuous improvement through observation, feedback, and practice, practice, practice. — We focus on keeping costs affordable for educators and school partners. As such, all courses are available live online – using best practices for virtual learning, community building, and engagement. Best of all, textbooks and class materials are all free for you and easily accessible 24/7 online.
Ascend to the next level, from any point in your career
Relay’s Teacher Preparation programs are for you if:
- You are interested in becoming a teacher and haven’t yet accepted a teaching role (including Teach for America corps members).
- You are already working in schools in a role that is not a full-time teaching role, but does have instructional responsibilities (For example, a paraprofessional, a co-teacher, a specialist, etc), or you have accepted such a position.
- You are currently a full-time teacher in a classroom (i.e. a “teacher of record”), or have accepted such a position.
Are you a non-teaching instructional leader at the school or central office level? Go to Relay Professional Education.
A program that fits what you need
We offer different programs to meet your needs, no matter where you are in your teaching journey:
For assistant and co-teachers:
Master of Arts in Teaching - Residency
Certification Only Programs - Residency
For lead teachers:
Master of Arts in Teaching - Non-Residency
Certification Only Programs - Non-Residency
Advanced Certificate in Special Education
Tailored to your location
Relay offers a wide variety of programs across the country. However, our programs differ based on the certification/licensure requirements in each state.
Find your state below for details about our programs as well as state-specific requirements and deadlines:
Don’t see your state listed? Learn more about Relay in your state
High quality, affordable cost
Relay is proud to be one of the most affordable, high quality and accessible teacher preparation programs in the country. Our all-inclusive tuition model means no surprise fees (even textbooks are covered!).
As a nonprofit, we believe that finances should not be a barrier to becoming a teacher or to accessing high quality professional development. Your tuition cost can be greatly reduced by several forms of financial aid.
Enrollment schedule
Summer and Fall 2026 term
Admissions deadline | Complete application by |
Early Advantage Deadline Enables priority choice of classes, lessens course workload by distributing it over more weeks | Jun 8, 2026 |
Standard Deadline Enables attendance at main summer classes | Jun 22, 2026 |
Extended Deadline By this deadline, some classes may not be available | Jul 20, 2026 |
Fall Start For certain states; not permitted in Illinois | Aug 28, 2026 |
Start your journey today
We are here for you every step of the way. Start by filling out our interest form and an Admissions Liaison will be in touch soon:
You can also:
- Attend a 1:1 appointment with an Admissions Liaison
- Email us: Email support@relay.edu for quick questions
- Review detailed articles in the Relay Support Center