The PARTNER Scholarship (Program for Advancing Relationships through Teacher Education, Networking, and Resources) is an exciting collaboration between OUESD and Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE)'s Educator Preparation Programs department, designed to make earning a Multiple Subject and/or Mild to Moderate credential more accessible and affordable for current teachers of record. This partnership aims to break down financial barriers and open doors for aspiring educators, offering a pathway to quality teacher training at a reduced cost.

• PARTNER Scholarship – Reduced Tuition!
  Originally $16,000, the scholarship reduces tuition, making your career investment more affordable.

• Instructors From Your Own District
  Benefit from personalized guidance with educators who understand your local context.

• Intern Eligibility in one year
  Start now, and be intern-eligible by late summer 2026, allowing you to work in the classroom while you complete the program.

• Complete in 2 Years
  Accelerated pathway lets you earn your credential quickly, so you can start teaching sooner.

Expand Your Credentials
Add a Multiple Subject or MMSN credential to the Preliminary Credential for just $3,750 to increase your teaching opportunities.

Eligibility to begin:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or the equivalent).

• Meet the U.S. Constitution requirement.

• Show you have started the process to meet the Subject Matter Requirement (either via Academic Major or show registration for the appropriate CSET exam).

Applications for fall 2025 will be coming soon!

Click here to complete the interest form.