Students who are nearing the completion of their undergraduate degree may be eligible to enroll in the iteach Texas program under contingency status. This option allows qualifying candidates to begin the teacher certification process before officially graduating, helping support a smoother and more timely transition into the classroom.
What Is Contingency Status?
Contingency status is available to candidates who are:
Completing their final semester towards completing an undergraduate degree, and
Enrolling specifically in the iteach Texas program
Note: If your university operates on a non-traditional semester calendar, you must be within your final 18 semester credit hours of an undergraduate degree.
Required Documentation
To enroll under contingency status, applicants must submit a Letter of Completion from their Academic Advisor. This letter must include:
Your expected graduation date, and
The number of remaining credit hours needed to complete your degree
In some cases, additional documentation may be requested to confirm eligibility.
Benefits of Contingency Enrollment
Contingency status allows prospective educators to:
Begin iteach coursework early
Make progress toward certification while finishing their degree
Stay on track for a timely transition into teaching
This can be a valuable option for candidates planning ahead and balancing degree completion with certification goals.
After You Graduate
Once you officially graduate, you will be required to submit a second set of official transcripts showing that your degree has been conferred.
After these transcripts are received, iteach will update your file to reflect your completed degree.
Note: Enrolled Texas candidates cannot gain access to the Statement of Eligibility (SOE) to begin the program field experience if still enrolled under contingency status. Official, degree conferred transcripts must be received to progress into residency.
Need Help?
If you’re considering enrolling under contingency status, we recommend gathering your documentation early. If you have questions at any point, our support team is happy to assist you. Contact us at admin@iteach.net or admissions@iteach.net for support.