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Teacher Residency Program Degrees & Programs

Answer the Call to Teach, Starting Now

Rooted in mentorship. Grounded in practice. Focused on impact.

In partnership with the Santa Barbara Unified School District, the ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Teacher Residency is a clinically rich program designed to develop skilled, reflective educators. Residents engage in meaningful classroom practice while contributing to the growth and diversity of the local teacher workforce.

For those called to teach. For students who matter. 

Questions? Contact Sally Hawkins | sahawkins@westmont.edu

 
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All Majors and Programs

Learn by Doing the Work of Teaching

A Yearlong Residency in Local Classrooms

Through sustained classroom experience and mentorship, residents move beyond theory into daily practice. You are not waiting to become a teacher, you are developing as one from the very beginning.

Program Costs

The Teaching Residency Program Tuition for 2026-2027

    
 FALL SEMESTERSPRING SEMESTERTOTAL 2026-2027
Tuition$28,315$28,315$56,630
Technology Fee$170$170$340
TOTAL DIRECT COSTS (BILLED BY WESTMONT)$28,485$28,485$56,970
Your Next Step Starts Here

What You’ll Need to Apply

This program is designed to remove financial barriers while creating meaningful impact:

  • Bachelor’s degree (or completion before program start for current students)
  • Completed online application
  • Personal statement
  • Certificate of clearance (CTC)
  • Negative TB test
  • Subject matter competency (or CSET scores)
  • Official transcripts
  • Residency admission interview
  • Signed commitment form

Start Your Application

Plan Ahead. Step Forward.

Dates and Info Sessions

Application Deadline: 

June 1, 2026
 

Session 1

Teacher Residency Preview Session

Monday, June 1, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00pm
Time zone: America/Los_Angeles
Google Meet Video call link:
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 505-445-7805‬ PIN: ‪774 333 915‬#

Session 2

Teacher Residency Preview Session

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:00pm
Time zone: America/Los_Angeles
Google Meet Video call link:
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 252-376-1801‬ PIN: ‪863 422 443‬#

Session 3

Teacher Residency Preview Session

Thursday, June 4, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:00pm
Time zone: America/Los_Angeles
Google Meet joining info
Video call link:
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 585-286-3757‬ PIN: ‪711 152 602‬#

Questions?

We’re here to help you discern your next step and navigate the process with clarity and confidence.

Contact Sally Hawkins
sahawkins@westmont.edu