FAQs

Intensive coursework begins in June at Cardinal Stritch University.

Starting teacher salary in Milwaukee Public Schools is $41,000 + benefits.

• Graduate tuition rate for teacher licensure is $535 per credit (licensure completed in Year One)
• Minimum licensure credits required range from 35 to 40 credits, depending on program (bilingual licensure may require some additional credits, depending on individual circumstances)
• 35-40 credits= $18,725 to $21,400, plus student fees paid each semester (tuition and fees are subject to change)
• For the master’s degree coursework (6 to 9 credits, depending on specific program) in Year Three, Residents will be billed at the graduate tuition rate for that academic year

Financial Aid opportunities are available to those who qualify.

Financial consequences exist for early exit from program.

Yes. As an MPS employee, you are eligible for benefits.

Questions may be directed to:

• Milwaukee Public Schools - induction@milwaukee.k12.wi.us 
• Cardinal Stritch Univeristy - kameekins@stritch.edu