Eligible PTR candidates must have the following four minimum requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in mathematics, engineering, physics or chemistry (or the equivalent number of courses)
- A cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 from an accredited college or university
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status
- Strong content area knowledge
Competitive PTR candidates must have the following attributes:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Leadership ability
- High level of personal responsibility and maturity
- Respect for students and their communities
- Passion to work collaboratively
- Ability to reflect critically on his or her work
- Responsive to constructive feedback
- Resilience for persistent to challenges
- Commitment to success in a complex environment and in multiple roles
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse community
PTR Candidates selected for the program must adhere to the following principles:
- Commitment to high expectations for all students
- Commitment to teaching in Philadelphia public schools for at least 3–4 years
- Commitment to addressing the learning needs of all students
- Commitment to equitable education for all children
- Commitment to learning how to be an effective teacher in Philadelphia's high needs schools
Financial Support & Benefits
The following financial support is available to Residents.
Federal Loan Forgiveness: $20,500
- All candidates are eligible for federal loan forgiveness and deferment programs that provide up to $20,500 in aid for a five-year teaching commitment in the School District of Philadelphia's high needs schools. > Learn more
Penn GSE Financial Aid
- Guidance from a financial aid officer from the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education.
- Penn GSE scholarships are available. > Learn more
Noyce Scholarships: $82,250
The most competitive candidates with math, science, or engineering degrees are eligible for the Noyce Scholarship: $82,250 in tuition and living stipends in return for a one-year commitment to of intensive preparation and four years commitment to teaching in Philadelphia.