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UW Madison Special Education Teacher Residency Program (TRP)

UW Madison Special Education Teacher Residency Program (TRP)

A partnership between University of Wisconsin-Madison, Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education (RPSE) and Milwaukee Public Schools

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Become a special educator and change lives in 14 months

SPECIAL EDUCATION

TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM

Become a special educator and change lives in 14 months

Interested in becoming a special education teacher and supporting youth with disabilities to reach their full potential? In 14 months, you will graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a master’s degree in special education and Wisconsin Cross-Categorical Special Education licensure.

• Generous living stipend of at least $55,335
• Full academic year teaching residency in Milwaukee Public Schools
• Eligible for the Teacher Pledge, which covers the cost of tuition
• Graduate coursework offered at convenient times, leading to a master’s degree from UW-Madison
• Three-year commitment to teach in MPS upon completion of the Residency year
• Ongoing induction support provided

Interested in Applying?

This year’s cohort (2025-26) will start summer 2025. Apply by Jan. 31, 2025, to be considered in the next review period. There is a final application deadline of Feb. 28, 2025, but space is limited so please apply early! 

Learn How to Apply

Questions about the program?

Email Rebekka Olsen at rsolsen@wisc.edu.