Overview

Key facts:

Independent School Teaching Residency at the University of Pennsylvania enables aspiring and early career teachers to receive a master’s degree in education while completing teaching fellowships at host partner schools.

With an innovative and comprehensive curriculum designed specifically for the independent schools’ unique settings, ISTR features intensive on-site sessions in combination with innovative and collaborative distance learning.

The program also provides an option to apply for a Pennsylvania teaching certification. This option requires the completion of one additional course, EDTF 521 Foundations of Special Education as well as all PA state requirements for certification.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Concepts of Independent Schools
Teaching as Inquiry
Learning Theory and Instructional Design
Field Seminar
Reflective Practice in Schools

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-03 00:00:00

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More details

Rolling admission.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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130

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose: In 750 words or less, address the factors that have encouraged you to seek an education from Penn GSE. You may also wish to address your background, significant personal and professional experiences related to your program of study, important aspects of your academic record, and your professional goals upon completion of your desired program.
Résumé: A current résumé/CV is required.
Letters of Recommendation Required: 3
Transcripts: Transcript(s) from prior undergraduate and graduate institution(s) are required.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

The partner schools cover the majority of tuition as a part of your compensation, as well as providing you with a stipend.

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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