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Saturday November 7, 2009

Getting Started

MSTI Advisors are here to make the process of earning your credentials smooth and as clear as possible. When you meet with an Advisor, they will look at your transcripts/teaching history to help you figure out your next steps, which may include…

  • Subject Matter Preparation
    • Methods Course(s) – courses that help you teach the subject matter
    • Content Course(s) – increasing your confidence with the subject matter
  • Test Preparation – in depth preparation for CSET

After which you will…

  • Take CSET
  • Apply for Credential
    • Single Subject (K–12)
    • Subject Matter Authorization added to exsisting Multiple Subject Credential or Single Subject in a different content area (Middle School)
  • Get Reimbursed – Must apply for reimbursement within 90 days of filling for Credential

MSTI Reimbursement

If you have filed for your Credential through CSULB, you are eligible to be reimbursed up to $300 through the MSTI Program. Visit ED1-17 to fill out the reimbursement forms and submit verification documentation.

What Qualifies for the MSTI Reimbursement:

Qualifying Item
Verification Needed
Credential Filling Fees  
  CSULB Credential Center Filing Receipt (email printout will be accepted)
  Commission Electronic Receipt Printout
CSET  
  Registration Fee Registration Confirmation & Passing Verification
  Prep Course Fees & Materials Registration Confirmation & Receipt
Traditional Student Teaching (see Subject Area Advisor for details)
Materials  
  Methods Course Books Grade Card (passing verification), Syllabus, & Original Receipts for Books
Conference Fees Registration Form & Receipt
Association Fees Registration Verification & Receipt

Download the MSTI Brochure(click on text)for more detailed information about the Reimbursement and program.

Other Scholarships, Grants, and Loans

Noyce Scholarship
Deadline: March
Contact: Dr. Laura Henriques or Ignacio Hernandez (SAS Center)
(562) 985-4804
lhenriqu@csulb.edu
www.cnsm.csulb.edu/centers/sas/noyce.asp
$10,000/year scholarship to support single subject candidates in science and math. Applications due spring 2007 (available on-line).

APLE (Assumption Program Loans for Education)
Contact: Kathy Tapia
562-985-8403
ktapia@csulb.edu
BH 101
www.csucuccess.org/aple
Assumes up to $19,000 in outstanding educational loan balances for California teachers in a range of critical teacher shortage areas in several types of high need schools.

Edison International Scholarship
Contact: Financial Aid Office – Anne Gillespie Brown, Director, Foundation Programs and Services
(562) 951-4768
www.ced.csulb.edu/scholarships/other.cfm
$5,000 scholarship to help economically and educationally disadvantaged students obtain a teaching credential. Award preference will be given to students seeking a credential to teach math, science, or special education.

Knowles Science Teaching Foundation Fellowship
Deadline: Early January
Contact: info@kstf.org
http://fms.kstf.org/t_signup.aspx
The Knowles Science Teaching Foundation offers Fellowships for students who are committed to teaching high school science and/or mathematics. Applicants must already have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in science, math or engineering. The program provides support and professional development for up to five year plus tuition and a stipend while participating in a recognized teacher education program (like ours!).

Also visit the College of Education Scholarships page for a full listing of current scholarships and deadlines.

 

 

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