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Regis University

Regis University

About

Regis aims to develop students as a whole person. Students from all faith backgrounds are bonded together by the common purpose of building a better society and are shaped by Jesuit, Catholic traditions, which emphasize the importance of critical thinking, having a global perspective and standing up for those who do not have a voice.

Our award-winning faculty is dedicated to empowering graduates with the skills and perspective needed to harness their passions and talents and spur change on a local and global scale. Regis University welcomes applicants from high school, community colleges and transfer students from other four-year institutions who are interested in becoming teachers. We also welcome applicants who want to add a teaching credential at the graduate level.

  • College or University
  • Denver, CO

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application

40% of Regis education program graduates end up with leadership positions in schools. 

Regis graduates also pass the Praxis teacher certification with a 99.2% success rate.

Regis University

Programs

Licensure/Alternative Licensure only

Alternative Licensure in Secondary Education with Master of Education option

  • 8 months

    Program Duration

  • Online

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

Relevant Links

Program

Program Info

Our unique alternative licensure program prepares students to teach secondary content in public, private or independent schools, while also providing training in trauma-informed pedagogy, cultural responsiveness, social-emotional learning and mindfulness for teachers. This program is particularly beneficial for paraeducators, teacher assistants, and teachers without licenses who seek to enhance their skills and earn higher salaries.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Feb. 11, 2025

    Spring

  • Apr. 06, 2025

    Summer

  • Dec. 15, 2025

    Spring

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $20,370

    In State Tuition

  • $20,370

    Out of State Tuition

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Regis University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Regis University to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

A 10% tuition discount is available for school employees.

$4,000

TEACH Grant

The Federal TEACH Grant provides up to $4,000 a year for students who are earning a teaching license in a high-need field.

After graduation, you must complete an agreement to serve, which consists of teaching for four years in a school that serves low-income families in that high-need field (you have eight years to complete these four years). Learn more, here: https://www.regis.edu/financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/graduate-doctoral-students/scholarships-and-grants

$10,000

Colorado Department of Education Educator Recruitment and Retention Program

The Educator Recruitment and Retention Program provides up to $10,000 of one-time financial assistance for students who commit to teaching in a shortage area for three years in a Colorado public school after finishing their teaching program.

Learn more, here: https://www.cde.state.co.us/educatortalent/errprogram

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Business Education (7-12)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education (7-12)
English Language Arts (7-12)
Mathematics (7-12)
Music (K-12)
Science (7-12)
Social Studies (7-12)
Visual Arts (K-12)
World Languages (7-12)

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