STEP actively seeks individuals of all cultures, races, religions, and ethnic origins with outstanding academic preparation and a commitment to working with adolescents in diverse school settings.

STEP encourages applicants with a wide range of academic interests, experiences, accomplishments, and interests to apply. Previous experience working with children is a requirement for admissions; prior coursework in professional education is not required.

Numerous individuals and foundations recognize the outstanding contributions STEP graduates make to schools in low-income areas. Learn more about financial aid and fellowships available to defray the costs of enrolling at STEP.

Read about the Avery Loan Forgiveness Program, designed to encourage talented individuals to become K-12 teachers and to significantly reduce the financial burden for eligible STEP graduates.

If you seek a career as a World Languages and Cultures educator, the Stanford Teacher Education Program (STEP) is the place for you. STEP grants a California preliminary teaching credential (with an endorsement in French, German, Japanese, Mandarin or Spanish) and a Master of Arts degree in one year.