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Where are classes held?
All academic courses in the Wisconsin Idea Principal Preparation program are delivered online.
How much is the tuition?
All courses are three credits with the exception of the practicums. Course information is outlined in the above program schedule. Tuition is $800 per credit. To learn more, visit the tuition and fees section of the Bursar’s Office. If you have further questions about tuition, email tuition@bussvc.wisc.edu.
Is funding available?
Department funding is unavailable for this program. However, we understand that paying for college can be a daunting task. Here are some options to consider as you plan your finances for graduate school.
- Student Loans: With low interest rates, the Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan is the most common loan in many financial aid packages, but it may not cover all of your master’s degree expenses. Your next best loan option will be the Federal GradPLUS loan, which is approved based on your credit and can fill the gap between your other financial aid and your total cost. Private loans can be used to fill the gap as well, but they have fewer safeguards than the Federal GradPLUS loan. When shopping for private loans compare interest rates, repayment terms, as well as lender incentives. The Office of Student Financial Aid has a loan comparison link for private loans on its website.
- Scholarships and Grants: Explore the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub to see if you qualify for any graduate student scholarship or grant opportunities.
- Claim Tax Credits: Some graduate students can trim $2,000 from their tax bill every year with the Lifetime Learning Credit. Check the IRS website to see if you qualify.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: You may be eligible for Teacher Loan Forgiveness or Public Service Loan Forgiveness depending on your employer and job title.
Explore all education financing options through the Office of Student Financial Aid.
When will I be eligible for an administrative license?
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) requires six semesters of successful full-time classroom teaching experience, or six semesters of successful experience as a pupil services professional including 540 hours of classroom teaching experience, to be eligible for an administrative license. You can learn more about the requirements here.
How do I apply?
The program application is completed online via the Graduate School. You can learn more about specific steps, timelines, and other related information here. Attend one of our “application assistance” webinars for live Q&A and application assistance.
How can I add the Director of Instruction and/or the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services certifications?
If you do not currently hold a principal license, you must complete all courses required for principal certification plus the two courses required for each additional certification(860 and 875 for the Director of Instruction and 835 and 842 for the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services). If seeking any of these licenses as an initial administrative license, a 150-hour field experience is required.
If someone currently holds a principal license, adding any of these licenses requires the completion of two additional courses plus a 75-hour field experience.
You can find further information at this link.