English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages Application Timelines
To ensure all our applicants stay on track and understand the application process, we have outlined important dates below to keep in mind.
English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages Program Timeline:
| July/Aug | Applications open |
| Jan. 15 | Priority due date |
| Feb, Mar, April, May | Program reviews candidates monthly, as space permits |
| Mar. 1 | Scholarship Application Due Date (First round) |
| May 30 | Final application deadline |
Special Education Master's Timeline:
Rolling applications open one year prior to the starting semester with the following deadlines:
| Oct. 15 | Application due for Spring Semester Start |
| Jan 15 | Application due for Fall Semester Start |
| May 15 | Application due for Summer Semester Start |
Scholarship Application Timelines
In addition to the program application, candidates may submit a scholarship application. This includes a few short answers and a financial statement.
All Candidates are highly encouraged to complete the FASFA application at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
To complete a scholarship application, please go to the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub (WISH) at https://wisc.academicworks.com/.
Start by logging in using your NetID. From there, you will be asked general questions that align you with possible scholarships from across campus. The secondary education program can offer scholarship awards across all our content areas. These awards are in addition to funds made available through The PLEDGE initiative. They are not loans.
Scholarships:
| Oct. 1 | FAFSA opens |
| Feb. 1 | Secondary education scholarship applications open – WISH |
| March 1 | Scholarship applications due |
| March 25 | Scholarships announced |
| May-June | Remaining scholarships announced |
| Aug. 31 | Scholarship funds dispersed upon fall registration (half of total) |
| Jan. 20 | Scholarship funds dispersed (remaining half of total) |
English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages Program Timeline
Secondary Content Areas- 4 semesters
(English, Math, Science, and Social Studies – blended with ESL content and strategies)
| Sem 1 (Summer) | 12 Credits, mid-June to mid Aug
Coursework exploring the context, culture and foundations of education
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| Sem 2 (Fall) | 15 credits, Sept thru December
Coursework exploring the learning and developmental needs of students and teaching methods
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| Sem 3 (Spring) | 12-15 Credits, mid January to early May
Coursework on advanced teaching methods and tailored professional development opportunities
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| Sem 4 (Summer) | 4-7 Credits, mid June to early August
Course work to support the development of a capstone project and the role of law and policies in schools. (Optional workshop series on “new teacher” topics) |
Scholarship Recipient Spotlight
“I decided to pursue the UW-SET program because of the amazing benefits it offered. Having a living wage stipend meant I could pursue this opportunity without taking out additional loans.”
Brooks Duff-Bowers, Special Education