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Wyoming Teacher Shortage Loan Repayment Program


Mission


The Wyoming Teacher Shortage Loan Repayment Program (TSLRP) was adopted by the 2005 Wyoming Legislature and amended by the Wyoming Legislature in 2007 and again in 2009. The goal of the program is to provide loans to students who will stay in Wyoming after graduation and work as teachers.


The legislature provided funds to be used for students who are at least juniors at the University of Wyoming in the teacher education program leading to certification in special education, mathematics, science, or foreign language, as well as for those wishing to add teaching endorsements* in the areas of reading and in English as a second language (ESL).


The funds are intended to assist with educational expenses as determined by the University of Wyoming Office of Student Financial Aid. Completion of the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is necessary for consideration for the Wyoming Teacher Shortage Loan Program.


*A teaching endorsement is not a stand-alone teacher certification program. Endorsements are issued by the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board to state-licensed Elementary (K-6) and Secondary (6-12) teachers qualified to teach in specific subject areas, in addition to their initial certification(s).


Q & A


1. Who can qualify for the TSLRP Program?

The TSLRP program is for University of Wyoming students who:

  • Are Wyoming residents or graduates of Wyoming high schools,
  • Have a class standing of (at minimum) junior,
  • Are enrolled in a teacher program leading to certification in special education, mathematics, science, or foreign language, OR are enrolled in a teacher program leading to endorsement in reading or in ESL,
  • Qualify for financial need.

2. Where can I get a TSLRP loan application and more information?

  • Students can obtain the TSLRP loan application from the Office of Student Financial Aid in Knight Hall, Rm. 174. Applications can be downloaded at: http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/sfa/Forms/
  • The necessary financial aid forms are available at the Office of Student Financial Aid at the University of Wyoming.

3. How large of a TSLRP loan can I receive?

  • The amount each student may receive depends upon the federal financial aid application (FAFSA) that is completed each school year. The loans are intended to meet unmet need up to $6,000 per year. Unmet need can vary greatly from one student to another.

4. What should I do to be considered for a TSLRP loan?

The most important steps to take are these:

  • Submit the TSLRP application form.
  • Begin the process of applying for federal financial aid at UW as soon as possible.
  • Submit the application by the last Friday in April.

5. As a junior, can I receive a loan for more than one semester?

The most important steps to take are these:

  • Yes, if the financial aid office determines you are eligible and awards you the TSLRP loan, it will be for the academic year. You will also be eligible to receive the loan for each year of your degree program in education if you complete an application each year and meet the academic requirements of the education program and other eligibility requirements of the financial aid office.

6. How do I repay the TSLRP loan?

Students agree to repay the loan after graduation by:

1. Acquiring the appropriate teacher certification in special education, mathematics,

science, or foreign language, or endorsement in ESL or reading.

2. Working in a public school in Wyoming, teaching special education, mathematics,

science, or foreign language, ESL or reading at least 50% of all working hours.