Tuition & Financial Aid for AY 2022-23

We believe that finances should not be a barrier to becoming a teacher or to accessing high quality professional development.

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Relay is committed to offering our programs at a price point that is reasonable and sustainable for Relay students as well as our partner schools and school systems. We work closely with federal, state, and philanthropic sources to provide as much financial aid as possible, tailored to each student’s needs and goals. This page offers an overview of the cost of attending Relay as well as the resources available to support educators. We invite you to contact us with any questions.

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This page is applicable to students who entered Relay programs in 2022-23 in all regions.

Tuition for Relay Graduate and Certificate Programs

Tuition varies by program and location. Students usually pay less than the full tuition price due to financial aid. 

‍Colorado

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Alternative Teaching Licensing Program

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

Connecticut

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)- Teacher Residency

  • $12,000 per year→ $24,000 total
  • 2 year program

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

  • $11,500→$23,000 total
  • 2 year program

Connecticut Post-Baccalaureate Certification Program - Teacher Residency

  • $15,750 to $24,000 total
  • 2 year program

Connecticut Post-Baccalaureate Certification Program

  • $12,250- $23,000
  • 18 month program

Delaware

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Alternative Route to Certification

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

‍Georgia

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $12,000 per year
  • 1 year program

‍Illinois

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Indiana

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Transition to Teaching Alternative Licensure Program

  • Elementary Education: $23,300 for 4 terms
  • Secondary Education: $17,500 fo 3 terms

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

‍New Jersey

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $12,000 per year
  • 1 year program

‍New York

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

‍Pennsylvania

Note that Relay does not operate out of Pennsylvania; however, we are authorized to enroll PA teachers in programs operated out of our Camden New Jersey location.

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Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Pennsylvania Intern Teacher Certification Program

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

‍Tennessee

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Teacher Residency

  • $12,000 per year→ $24,000 total
  • 2 year program

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

  • $11,500
  • 1 year program

Tennessee Job Embedded Licensure Program

  • $11,500 per year
  • 1 year (3 or 4 terms) program

Texas

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Teacher Residency

  • $12,000 per year→ $24,000 total
  • 2 year program

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

  • $11,500→ $23,000 total
  • 2 year program

Texas Alternative Certification

  • $11,500 per year
  • 1 year program

‍Washington, DC

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) (Residency and Non)

  • $17,500 per year→ $35,000 total
  • 2 year program

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • $17,500 per year
  • 1 year program

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‍Financial Aid for Graduate and Certification Programs

Relay works closely with our students, school and district partners, federal programs, and local supporters to ensure that there are resources available to develop the next generation of great teachers. 

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Each student’s financial aid picture will look different. Students will receive support in applying for aid and using it for educational costs in an effective way.‍

Master of Arts in Teaching

Relay students may be eligible for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans, TEACH grants, and the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or the Relay Residency Scholarship (for those not eligible for AmeriCorps).  By participating in AmeriCorps, students have the opportunity to earn  $6,495 in academic year 2022-23, disbursed as an education award. Awards are earned upon successful completion of each year of service, and may be used for any eligible educational expense. We support students in filling out the FAFSA and applying for AmeriCorps.

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Many schools and school systems choose to subsidize the cost of teacher training for their staff, and we work with local donors to support cohorts of teachers as well.

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Alternative Certification

Relay students may be eligible for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. By participating in AmeriCorps, students have the opportunity to earn $6,495 in the 2022-23 academic year, disbursed as an education award. Awards are earned upon successful completion of a year of service, and may be used for any eligible educational expense. We support students in applying for AmeriCorps. Teaching residents in Connecticut pursuing only certification (non-degree) may be eligible for the Relay Residency Scholarship if not eligible for AmeriCorps.

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We often work with schools, school districts, and local donors to lower tuition costs for students.

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Advanced Certificate in Special Education

Relay students may be eligible for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans. The cost of this program may also be lowered by school, system, and philanthropic subsidies.

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Contact Us to Learn More

If you are a school or school system administrator who wants to learn more about partnering with Relay, connect with your state-based Relay Executive Director.

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If you are a prospective Relay student who wants to learn more about costs and financial aid for you, fill out the interest form to speak to the Prospective Students team.

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If you are a current Relay student with questions about your tuition or financial aid, contact Student Financial Services.

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Professional Education Costs

Relay is committed to offering high-impact, just-in-time continuing professional development for teachers and leaders. We work closely with our school and district partners to make such opportunities reasonable and sustainable for your budgets.

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Learn more about Teacher Professional Education

Learn more about Leadership Programs

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