How will you determine my regional and subject assignment?
Teach For America uses the following key factors in determining corps member assignment:
Can I connect with someone about my regional options?
If you'd like help in thinking through your regional options or have questions about which regions to choose, contact us. In order for our team to efficiently help, we ask that you include the following in your email:
How should I research regions?
Start by reviewing our Explore Tool. This will allow you to view multiple placement communities and look at important factors like minimum required cumulative undergrad GPA, cost of living, certification, training start date and requirements.
My school is not on a semester system. How should I enter my courses?
The semester designation is just to help you keep track of entering your courses. We use the term "semester" since that's what most schools use, but it makes no difference if your school uses quarters, terms, or semesters. The only fields that will factor into your eligibility are the TFA Subject and Units/Credits. You can enter all courses in 1 semester, if you'd like.
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How do I complete the form if I don't have my transcript yet?
If you do not have your transcript yet, you should use an unofficial transcript or details of your coursework from your student portal to complete your form.
Can I open my official transcript to help me complete the form?
Yes. In the case that you are using an official transcript, it is acceptable to unseal your transcript to enter the specific courses and credits earned during your undergraduate and graduate education.
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Should I enter the courses I am currently taking but have not completed?
Yes. You should enter every course you have taken and the courses in which you are currently enrolled. Do not include courses that you have not yet registered for.
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Why do I have to enter my coursework if I will upload an official transcript?
Your transcript allows us to verify that you meet our eligibility requirements of at least a 2.50 GPA and a bachelor's degree by June, and is required by school districts and university partners.
Will my Classroom and Region Eligibility impact my admissions decision?
Your Classroom and Region Eligibility is not a factor in our admissions decision. We use this information to help determine your regional and subject/grade level assignment and to understand your eligibility for an offer to the region of your choice.
How do I enter study-abroad coursework from another university?
You are not required to enter study-abroad coursework. We do not need this information to determine what you are eligible to teach. Additionally, we recognize the potential challenges in obtaining a study-abroad transcript, i.e., time delays in receiving overseas mail, communicating with a foreign institution, translating foreign transcripts, etc.
When completing your Educational History form, you will select "This was a study abroad." The system will not ask for a transcript when doing so.