To keep the money as a grant, you must meet all the criteria, including teaching in a 'high-need field'. The TEACH Grant Program provides up to $4,000 a year in grant assistance to a student who agrees to serve for at least four years as a full-time teacher in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. Please note: The TEACH Grant maximum award amount is impacted by sequestration each academic year. This can result in an increase or decrease in the TEACH Grant amount you will receive due to the scheduled percentage reduction determined by the Budget Control Act of 2011.

Yes, that could happen because the elementary classroom is not considered a “high-need field”. However, a special education elementary classroom is considered an area of high need. It will be your responsibility to choose a position that meets the service agreement requirements.

To keep the money as a grant, you must meet all the criteria of your service obligations described in your agreement to serve.

TEACH Grant is a nationwide program; you may perform your service obligation in any state. You must be a full-time teacher in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families.

Yes, you must teach at least four years as a full-time teacher within an eight year period of time.

The interest on your converted grant starts accruing from the original disbursement date of the grant.

You must teach at least four years as a full-time teacher within an eight year period of time.

No, you must be a full-time teacher in a high-need field in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families.