Yale Teaching Fellowship 2027 | Call for Applications

Applications are open for Cohort 3 of the Yale Teaching Fellowship. Yale, New Haven Public Schools, and Southern Connecticut State University jointly run this program. It funds graduate teacher training in math, science, and special education. Fellows earn a master’s degree while preparing for New Haven classrooms.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: Yale University, with SCSU and New Haven Public Schools
• Funding: Full tuition, plus a $47,380 first-year stipend for Pipeline fellows
• Tracks: Teacher Pipeline Track and Current Teachers Track
• Location: New Haven, Connecticut, United States
• Places: Up to 20 Pipeline fellows and 5 Current Teacher fellows yearly
• Application Deadline: January 1, 2027

Focus Areas

• Preparing teachers for math, science, and special education
• Structured mentorship and progressive classroom responsibility
• Connecticut teacher certification and cross-endorsement pathways
• Long-term teacher retention in high-need schools

About the Fellowship

This fellowship tackles New Haven’s persistent teacher shortage directly. Yale funds the program; SCSU awards the actual graduate degree. Fellows move gradually from observation to full teaching responsibility. A three-year service commitment follows graduation for Pipeline fellows.

What Fellows Receive

Both tracks receive full tuition toward their SCSU graduate degree. Pipeline fellows also get a $47,380 stipend during their first year. Fellows gain mentor-classroom time, then a full-time teaching residency. Ongoing mentorship continues throughout the required post-degree service period.

Who Can Apply

Pipeline applicants are college graduates without an existing teaching certificate. Current NHPS paraprofessionals are especially encouraged toward this track. The Current Teachers Track suits certified teachers seeking special education credentials. All fellows commit to three years of full-time NHPS-area service.

Required Materials

Applicants submit short-answer and essay responses, plus a resume. Transcripts from every college attended and one recommendation letter are required. International degree holders need a certified WES or ECE credential evaluation.

How to Apply

Complete the online fellowship application before January 1, 2027. Finalists must separately apply for admission to SCSU.

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Conclusion

This fellowship offers genuinely funded, structured entry into high-need teaching careers. Its progressive training model builds real classroom confidence before full responsibility begins. Applicants should note the binding service commitment, since early departure can require repayment.

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