Program Overview
What is a Teacher Residency Program?
During the teacher residency program, prospective teachers complete graduate-level coursework alongside a year-long fieldwork experience in the school district in which they will be hired. Each ISTR Resident Teacher will partner with an IPS teacher in an IPS science or mathematics classroom during her/his residency. Additionally ISTR Resident Teachers and their supervisors will test, practice, and refine carefully targeted educational strategies applied to content instruction with real time feedback and reflection. ISTR Resident Teachers will learn to teach science or mathematics content, skills, and practices through the integration of engineering design in culturally and socially relevant ways.
100% online coursework. Purdue quality. Flexible schedule.
Online students participate in the same rigorous academic programs as on-campus students but with a more flexible class schedule. Assignments, discussions, and other coursework are posted each week in the virtual classroom and can be accessed by students at any time.
Begin working as a STEM teacher in 18-months.
Courses are eight weeks long and 100% online. ISTR Resident Teachers will take coursework in spring and summer semesters prior to beginning their residency in an IPS classroom in fall semester. The residency lasts an entire academic year where residents partner with veteran IPS teachers during the residency.
Career Outlook
Upon completion of the program, Indianapolis Public Schools offers participants a paid position for three years. Thus, participants will enter the high-demand field of STEM education with three years of experience and a master’s degree from a top STEM university.
STEM education engages students in critical thinking, problem solving, practical literacy, creativity, and much more. This education, in turn, helps students find careers that are interesting, challenging, and productive.
STEM education includes the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Teachers deliver STEM education across all grade levels, from preschools to post-doctorate, in a wide range of settings that include traditional classrooms, distance learning, and informal non-credit programs.
Take your next giant career leap in STEM education and sign up today for more information on this innovative program.
Courses
The ISTR program prioritizes deep clinical experience in an IPS classroom, graduate level coursework, and induction level support.
Online courses have the same rigor and quality as face-to-face courses. All courses are designed by Purdue faculty. Faculty have done research in the area of STEM Education and offer the most up to date pedagogy and methodology for today’s teachers. Courses are taught by both Purdue faculty and industry lecturers who have been personally selected by Purdue faculty to give our students expert instruction
Students spend an average of 15 hours a week on coursework. All courses are 100% online and 8 weeks long.
Transition to Teaching (TTT) Licensure
EDCI 59600 – Transition to Teaching: Pedagogy I
EDCI 59700 – Transition to Teaching: Pedagogy II
EDCI 58500 – Multicultural Education
EDCI 69500 – Teaching Internship
Graduate degree certificate in K-12 integrated STEM education
EDCI 53900 – Introduction to K-12 STEM Integration
EDCI 54900 – Assessment in STEM Education
EDCI 55800 – Integrated STEM Education Methods
EDCI 59100 – Intro to Teaching K-12 Eng & Tech Design
EDCI 59100 – Engineering Design Practicum
Master of Science degree within the College of Education
EDCI 52001 – C&I Seminar 1
EDCI 52002 – C&I Seminar 2
EDCI 52003 – Theories and Trends
EDCI 52004 – Teachers as Leaders
EDCI 59100 – Capstone: Inquiry into Practice
EDCI 59100 – Curriculum and Instruction Portfolio
EDCI 59000 – Intro Computer Science for Teachers
*EDCI 59000 – Teaching Computer Science II (Optional)
*EDCI 59000 – Teaching Computer Science III (Optional)
*EDCI 5XXXX – Induction Course
*EDCI 5XXXX – Induction Course Year 2
* Courses to be completed after employment as part of the ISTR program
Note: The Computer Science Workshop is required for ISTR, but the inclusion of it as a for-credit course is optional
Cost
The Indianapolis STEM Teacher Residency program is affordable and competitive in cost. All students receive a living stipend to help offset the cost of the degree. The stipend is $46,500 and is given in three payments of $15,500 over a 18 month timeframe.
|
In-State |
Out-of-State |
| Total Cost Per Credit |
$425 |
$450 |
| Credit Hours |
39 |
39 |
| Fees |
$300 |
$300 |
| Total Program Costs |
$16,875 |
$17,850 |
| Stipend |
$46,500 |
$46,500 |
| Less Program Costs |
($16,875) |
($17,850) |
| Remainder Stipend for Living Expenses |
$29,625 |
$28,650 |
*Tuition and fees are charged on a per credit hour basis and are subject to annual increase.
*Praxis content and pedagogy exam fees, course materials, textbooks and Graduate Certificate application fee are not included.
*Applicants must agree to teach 3 years in the Indianapolis Public School system.
*EdTPA fee estimated at $300 not included
Admissions
Students can apply to the program throughout the year, but classes start in the spring term (January) and summer term (May) only.
Deadlines for Spring Admissions:
- Transcript Evaluation and Credential Review request must be submitted by: November 1st
- Completed application + all supporting material by: December 1st
Deadlines for Summer Admissions:
- Transcript Evaluation and Credential Review request must be submitted by: March 15th
- Completed application + all supporting material by: April 15th
Admissions requirements:
In order to be admitted into the Indianapolis STEM Teacher Residency program, you must meet one of the following entrance qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree or the equivalent with a grade point average of at least three (3.0) on a four (4.0) point scale from an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach. (Coursework may not be taken or repeated after earning the degree in order to raise the overall GPA.)
- A graduate degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution in the subject area or a related field that the individual intends to teach.
- Both a bachelor’s degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution with a grade point average of at least two and five-tenths (2.5) on a four (4.0) point scale, and five (5) years professional experience in the subject or a related area that the individual intends to teach.
- Both a bachelor’s degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution and proof that the individual has passed the state approved content area examination in the subject area that the individual intends to teach.
Students who are accepted into the program must take the Pearson content test prior to their residency.
Application Material:
- Official transcripts
- Statement of Purpose: 300-500 word essay articulating how the program will help you obtain educational and career goals
- Resume
- 3 Letters of Reference (names and emails are needed at the time of application)
- English proficiency and work authorization for international students
- Note: There is NO Application Fee – the application fee should be waived at the time of submission. There is also NO GRE required!
How to apply:
- Apply to the program – Application Instructions for the Indianapolis STEM Teacher Residency Program
- Request a Transcript Evaluation and Credential Review
- Once the application is complete and reviewed, an interview will be scheduled with an ISTR faculty member
For more information, please see the Indianapolis STEM Teacher Residency Program Application Instructions.
Transcript Evaluation and Credential Review
The Transition to Teaching licensure route (through which ISTR Resident Teachers will meet the requirements for Indiana state teaching licensure at the secondary level in at least one STEM discipline) requires the completion of a transcript evaluation and credential review prior to admission to the ISTR Program.
This program is subject to our Licensure Disclosure
The U.S. Department of Education requires institutions to publicly disclose to prospective and currently enrolled students whether certain programs meet the education requirements for licensure or certification in the state or territory in which they reside. “Programs Leading to Professional Licensure” is defined as programs represented to prepare students for an occupation for which, at completion of the program, a local, state or federal license, or nongovernmental certification is required (i) as a precondition for employment, (ii) to perform certain functions, or (iii) to meet additional conditions that are generally needed to secure employment.
The Purdue University Teacher Education Program is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and the State of Indiana. However, not all undergraduate and graduate programs lead to an educator licensure in the State of Indiana. If your Teacher Education program includes field experience(s) and a student teaching or internship component, it may lead to an educator license in the State of Indiana, if you meet the licensure requirements. Contact your academic/faculty advisor and/or the Office of Teacher and Licensure at licensure@purdue.edu to verify your program enrollment and whether or not it leads to a license in the State of Indiana.
The State of Indiana has reciprocity agreements with other states, the District of Columbia, and territories. For licensing information contact information for individual state departments of education or visit the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) or email a Purdue University licensing officer/advisor at licensure@purdue.edu.
Visit this page to view the Licensure Program Agreement
Testimonials
I really couldn’t pass up this opportunity, there’s a lot of support from Purdue for residents and they really want to set up educators for success, to become leaders and changemakers in education.
JARED SIMONEAUX
Program Faculty
Our faculty are nationally recognized and have the ability to work personally with students to individualize their plan of study to meet personal career interests and goals. Faculty will oversee the intensive coursework required and be available to help students meet the outcomes they hope to achieve.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I have to pay for the Purdue University courses?
Yes. However, the Teacher Residents will receive a $46,500 stipend during the ISTR Program (distributed in three payments over 18 months) in the form of a forgivable loan in return for a three-year teaching commitment in IPS. The amount of the stipend takes into account the tuition and fees for the ISTR program. - What is a forgivable loan?
The ISTR Program requires a 3-year teaching commitment in Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS). The ISTR Program stipend is structured as a forgivable loan, which means that the loan will be forgiven once the program participant meets the 3-year teaching commitment in IPS. If a program participant does not complete the 3-year teaching commitment in IPS, then s/he will be required to repay the balance of forgivable loan, which will be prorated based on how many full years of teaching in IPS were completed before leaving the program. - Are all courses online?
Yes, all courses for the ISTR Program will be online. - What is the Integrated STEM education graduate degree certificate and is it going to help me find a job?
ISTR Resident Teachers will complete a comprehensive suite of five courses for the Integrated STEM Education graduate degree certificate. This certification is designed to broaden and deepen students’ understanding of K-12 integrated STEM education and develop the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach STEM disciplines through the integration of engineering and technology design. Completers of this certificate will understand the philosophical foundations of integrated STEM education and be able to develop and deliver science and/or mathematics instruction using inquiry-based, project-based, and problem-based approaches that integrate engineering and technology design. The certificate will provide evidence that the student has met core objectives of the Indiana STEM Strategic Plan. - When will I complete the teacher residency?
ISTR Resident Teachers will take coursework in spring and summer semesters prior to beginning their residency in an IPS classroom in fall semester. The residency lasts an entire academic year. The ISTR Resident Teacher will be partnered with a veteran IPS teacher called a Clinical Prep Teacher Leader (CPTL) during her/his residency. - Will I take courses during my teacher residency year?
Yes, ISTR Resident Teachers will continue to take coursework during their teacher residency. All coursework during the teacher residency will be delivered online through Purdue University. - Is the STEM induction program required?
Yes, the ISTR STEM Induction Program is required during the first two years of teaching. The ISTR Induction Program is structured as a Professional Learning Community (PLC) that aims to support STEM teachers through the beginning years of their career and offer opportunities to develop mastery experience, cultivate professional relationships, and receive peer feedback to reflect upon and enhance their practices. In addition, through participation in the ISTR Induction Program, teachers will earn professional growth points necessary for moving from an Initial Practitioner license to a Proficient Practitioner license. - How many credit hours to receive the graduate certificate?
12 credit hours - How long are the courses?
8 weeks - How much time should I allow for doing homework and completing assignments?
Plan on devoting 10–15 hours a week on coursework, depending on the course requirements that week and your study habits. - How do I get my teacher license?
An initial instructional license is awarded at the same time the MS degree is awarded. The title of the program is the MS in Secondary STEM Education with initial licensure. A transcript evaluation is needed at the time of application to provide you with a plan of study for licensure.
Virtual Events
Webinars
Join us for an informational webinar where we will cover the online program offerings, the admissions process, and you’ll have a chance to ask questions of our faculty.
There are currently no upcoming webinars. New dates coming soon.
Q&A Sessions
Join us for a series of live Q&A Sessions for Purdue’s University online graduate programs from the College of Education faculty. Drop in at your convenience. Knowledgeable Recruitment Specialists will be available to answer questions about:
- Application and admissions process
- Course offerings
- The online student experience
- Career outcomes
- Financial aid
There are currently no upcoming Q&A Sessions. New dates coming soon.
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| Tuesday, February 8 |
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| Wednesday, March 9 |
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