Oxford Teachers Academy at Reach (OTA)
A fully accredited, undergraduate teaching degree designed to support the future educator.
Undergraduate
Online Instruction/Courses
At a Glance:
Certification Areas:
Elementary Special Education in Louisiana
Cost(s):
- $7,900 per year
- All students complete FAFSA and pay $900/year
Timeline of Application (due dates, rolling, etc):
- 12/10/21 for Spring semester start (1/18/22)
- August deadline for Fall start (late August)
About the Program
Program Values
- Mission: To help schools grow their own highly effective teachers and leaders, pursuing equity in underserved urban and rural communities. Oxford also seeks to advance the efficacy and adoption in higher education of inquiry-based instructional methods and job-embedded degree pathways.
- Vision: Oxford is committed to a more equitable world where each student has the support of highly effective and dedicated teachers, where each teacher has the support of highly effective and dedicated school leaders, and where everyone has access to deeper learning and meaningful opportunities in their chosen local community.
Program Features
- A Bachelor’s in Global Education degree that leads to Elementary Special Education in LA
- A Liberal Arts degree, which sets students up for Alternative Certification pathways
- PRAXIS Preparation for anyone needing to pass the licensure exams to become certified
Program Schedule
- Live classes are offered post-dinner time on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday nights. Some classes are offered Saturday mornings.
Candidates
Oxford Teachers College (OTC) is the undergraduate school of education at Reach University, a nonprofit regionally accredited institution of higher education with state approval to offer programs leading to teacher licensure in Arkansas, California and Louisiana. Oxford Teachers College is committed to serving independent students in underserved communities. Candidates for admission to Oxford Teacher College typically hold jobs working with children, desire a career in education, and possess a demonstrated commitment to equity in their chosen local community.
Support for Candidates
Each student has a student success advisor. Oxford Teachers also offers tutoring and professors provide additional office hours.
Ready to Apply?
What you need:
The application can be completed in one day with preparation.
- Two essays (250 words each)
- Proof of secondary completion (High school diploma, GED, etc)
- Proof of employment
Looking for More Information?
Oxford Teachers Academy at Reach (OTA)
1221 Preservation Park Way,
Suite 100, Oakland, CA 94612
admissions@reach.edu