Funding and Support for Teacher Education Candidates

At the Goodman School of Education, we are committed to supporting our teacher education candidates from program entry through licensure and into their first classroom. Through intentional funding and strategic supports, we aim to reduce barriers and promote success every step of the way.

Support for Program Entry

We offer targeted financial assistance and preparation resources to help students begin their teacher education journey successfully.

• Praxis CORE Exam Reimbursement
  Students who successfully complete their Praxis CORE examination and submit all required admission materials on time are eligible for a one-time reimbursement of $150, covering the cost of the combined CORE exam.
• 240Tutoring Access
  To help prepare for the Praxis CORE, students receive one month of free access to 240Tutoring, a high-quality preparation platform designed to boost confidence and test readiness.

Support for Program Completion

We provide multiple forms of financial support during the most intensive phases of teacher preparation, helping students meet internship and student teaching requirements.

• Internship Support Stipend – $300
  Offered to licensure-path candidates completing their methods-course internships in Rowan-Salisbury Schools during the third year of study to support transportation costs, materials, and fieldwork expenses.
• Student Teaching Completion Stipend – $1,000
  A stipend for candidates who complete their student teaching in Rowan-Salisbury Schools, helping defray costs related to transportation, attire, materials, and licensure exam application fees during this critical semester.
• 240Tutoring Access for Licensure Exams
  One additional month of free access to 240Tutoring is provided to support preparation for required licensure exams (e.g., Praxis Subject Assessments, Pearson exams).
• Licensure Exam Reimbursement
  Students who successfully complete their licensure exam(s) before the School of Education's deadline for student teaching admission may be reimbursed for the full cost of the required exam(s) (one-time reimbursement).

Support for Beginning Teachers

We are proud to invest in the early success of our graduates as they enter the profession.

• Start-Up Teaching Fund – $500
  A $500 teaching stipend is awarded to candidates who accept a full-time teaching position with Rowan-Salisbury Schools (RSS) and provide confirmation prior to graduation. This support helps with classroom setup and early professional expenses.
• Faculty Mentor Support - At the Goodman School of Education, our support doesn't end at commencement. New teachers continue to benefit from ongoing mentorship from faculty members during their first years in the classroom. Faculty mentors are just an email or phone call away to provide guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, assessment strategies, and navigating the challenges of the first year of teaching. This sustained relationship helps ease the transition from student to professional educator and reinforces our commitment to the long-term success of our graduates.

Additional Opportunities

• Shirley Peeler Ritchie Academy for Teaching
  Since 2007, the Academy has offered personal and professional growth opportunities including:
  • Educational travel
  • Conference participation
  • Guest speakers and seminars
  • Field experiences and school visits
  • Peer cohort networking events
• Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) Honor Society
  Eligible students invited to join the international honor society in education will receive a one-time reimbursement of the KDP membership fee upon joining.
• Student North Carolina Association of Educators (SNCAE)
  Active participation in SNCAE provides students with:
  • Leadership opportunities and development
  • Community service initiatives
  • Professional advocacy opportunities
  • Engagement with peers within the School of Education and across campus