Impact Education Scholarship
Growing the next generation of educators
Earn your Texas teacher certification at little to no cost.
Thanks to generous investments from the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP) and the Scharbauer Foundation, eligible educators can earn their Texas teacher certification at little to no cost through UT Permian Basin. Scholarship funding is provided upfront, helping cover eligible costs without requiring participants to wait for reimbursement.
UTPB's Falcon Fast Track and Registered Teacher Apprenticeship programs provide flexible Texas teacher certification pathways that allow educators to remain in the classroom while earning certification. Through the Impact Education Scholarship, eligible participants may receive funding to cover tuition, mandatory fees, certification costs, and instructional support.
What’s Covered?
The Impact Education Scholarship provides funding upfront to help cover the costs of earning your Texas teacher certification, including:
- Tuition for required coursework
- Mandatory university and program fees
- Certification costs
- Instructional support and exam preparation
Who Qualifies?
The Impact Education Scholarship supports educators pursuing Texas teacher certification through eligible UTPB programs.
Eligibility varies by certification pathway. Falcon Fast Track applicants must also be employed by a participating school district.
Choose Your Teacher Certification Pathway
The Impact Education Scholarship supports two pathways to Texas teacher certification. Explore each option to find the pathway that fits your education and career goals.
Falcon Fast Track Alternative Teacher Certification
A fully online teacher certification pathway for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree and want to earn Texas teacher certification while continuing their careers.
Registered Teacher Apprenticeship
A workforce-focused pathway that allows aspiring teachers to earn their degree and Texas teacher certification while gaining classroom experience through participating school district partnerships.
Falcon Fast Track Scholarship Requirements
About the Impact Education Scholarship
The Impact Education Scholarship is made possible through generous support from the Permian Strategic Partnership (PSP) and the Scharbauer Foundation. Their investment helps reduce financial barriers for future educators and strengthen the teacher workforce across the Permian Basin.