Longhorns in Residence Teacher Preparation Program
Launch your teaching career through Longhorns in Residence, an innovative teacher preparation program from The University of Texas at Austin. Gain hands-on experience in a partner school district, earn a graduate certificate, receive a paid residency stipend and graduate prepared to lead your own classroom.
Outcomes That Matter
Certification Exam Pass Rate
Longhorns in Residence graduates have passed the required teacher certification examinations.
Job Placement Rate
All graduates who sought teaching positions successfully secured employment.
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Residency Stipend
Earn income while gaining classroom experience.
Completion Timeline
Move from aspiring teacher to certified educator in one year.
Why Choose Longhorns in Residence
Learn by Teaching
Spend the academic year embedded in a partner school district working alongside experienced educators and building confidence through real-world classroom practice.
Learn from Expert Faculty
Work with nationally recognized faculty whose teaching and research inform the program curriculum and coaching experience.
Earn a UT Austin Credential
Graduate with a certificate from one of the nation’s leading colleges of education and become eligible for Texas teacher certification.
Access Career Support
Take advantage of the College of Education’s Career Engagement team for career preparation, networking and job-search support.
Get Paid While You Prepare
Teacher residents receive a stipend from their partner district while completing their residency experience.
Join the Longhorn Network
Become part of a powerful community of Longhorn alumni working across Texas and beyond.
Teacher Certification Pathways
From Our Residents
Having the same cohort all year helped me feel supported and reminded me that others were experiencing the same challenges and growth.
— 2026 Graduate
Our coursework really helped shape how I behaved in the classroom and inspired me to be more curious and intentional in my teaching.
— 2026 Graduate
I would absolutely recommend this program to other aspiring teachers. I am so grateful for this past year and the resources I will continue to benefit from.
— 2026 Graduate
Nothing was more valuable than spending time in a real classroom observing, teaching and learning alongside experienced educators.
— 2026 Graduate
Contact Us
Sarah Johnson
Project Manager-Teacher Education Residency Programs