The TEACH Grant Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, provides grants of up to $4,000 a year to students who are completing or plan to complete coursework necessary to begin a career in teaching. TEACH Grant recipients must teach in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves low-income families for at least four years within eight years of completing their program of study.
TEACH Grants provide a unique opportunity for students to pursue a career in teaching while minimizing the financial burden of higher education. The program is highly competitive, and only a limited number of grants are awarded each year. However, for those who are selected, TEACH Grants can make a significant difference in their ability to enter and remain in the teaching profession.