Teacher Recruitment Education and Preparation (TREP)

Available: Jun. 18, 2025

Description

If you’re a Colorado student who is planning on becoming a teacher, you can earn free college credit for up to two years after 12th grade.

To qualify, you must complete at least one Educator Pathway course in 12th grade.

Tuition is covered, but other costs (books, fees, transportation) may not be
To learn more, ask your school counselor how your district offers the TREP Program

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Eligibility

Purpose of Funds

Bachelor's & Certification, College Credits & Certification

Eligible Programs

You must pursue a degree in education

Eligible Locations

Colorado

Education Stage

Senior, Freshman, Sophomore

Require Major

Anyone pursuing an initial teaching license in Colorado

Intended Grade/
Subject Taught

General Education, Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education, Special Education and Teaching, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts

Teaching Commitment

Number of Years

Any

School Type

Any