Prepare. Teach. Stay in Mississippi.
The Mississippi Teacher Residency (MTR) at Mississippi University for Women funds and supports a cohort of Elementary Education (K–6) majors during their Internship semester (Spring 2026) and provides a pathway to add the Special Education Mild/Moderate (221) endorsement. Residents receive comprehensive academic, licensure, and mentoring support to become day-one-ready teachers who serve in Mississippi’s highest-need schools.
Who Should Apply
Current MUW Elementary Education majors:
- Scheduled to begin Internship in Spring 2026
- Committed to teaching in Mississippi, especially in geographical critical shortage districts
- Ready to complete licensure requirements and add the SPED Mild/Moderate (221) endorsement
What MTR Residents Receive
- Tuition, textbooks, and fees for Internship semester and SPED endorsement coursework
- Assigned, content-aligned mentor with 30+ documented hours of targeted support
- Licensure success support: exam vouchers and focused preparation resources
- Technology-enabled feedback for growth (e.g., lesson video analysis with time-stamped coaching)
- Professional community: memberships and structured networking that reinforce identity and retention
Program Outcomes
- Earn initial K–6 licensure and the SPED Mild/Moderate (221) endorsement
- Enter classrooms day-one-ready with strong planning, instruction, and assessment skills
- Join a supportive mentor network and district partners focused on retention and impact
Key Dates
- Application opens: October 27, 2025
- Priority deadline: November 14, 2025
- Interviews/notifications: November 21, 2025
- Internship semester begins: January 14, 2026
Eligibility Checklist
- MUW Elementary Education major
- Internship placement set for Spring 2026
- In good academic standing and on track for licensure requirements
- Willing to participate fully in mentoring, observation/feedback cycles, and licensure prep
- Commitment to teach in Mississippi, with preference for critical shortage districts
How to Apply
Once you confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements, complete all sections of the Spring 2026 MTR Application Form.
FAQs
- Is this the same as an MAT program?
No. This MTR cohort supports undergraduate Elementary Education majors during Internship and funds the SPED (221) endorsement pathway. - What costs are covered?
The residency covers tuition, textbooks, and fees associated with Internship and SPED endorsement coursework; licensure exam vouchers/prep; mentoring; and technology-enabled coaching. - What does “content-aligned mentor” mean?
Your mentor’s certification/experience will match your licensure area, ensuring feedback that’s directly relevant to your classroom context and standards. - What are my responsibilities as a resident?
Attend Internship as scheduled; complete licensure prep and exams; engage in 30+ documented mentor hours; participate in observation/feedback cycles and program check-ins. - Do I need a specific Internship placement?
Residents will be placed in a K-6 classroom with a content-aligned, experienced mentor in the Columbus Municipal School District. - How many seats are available?
This cohort funds up to 10 residents for Spring 2026. - Whom do I contact with questions?
School of Education, Mississippi University for Women
education@muw.edu | 662-241-6415
Equal opportunity
The W’s School of Education is an equal opportunity educator and employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who share our commitment to serving Mississippi’s students and communities.