TFA corps members in Greater Baton Rouge can pursue a graduate degree at LSU completely tuition-free for six semesters through our exclusive partnership. This isn’t just about getting a degree—it’s about positioning yourself as a leader who can tackle complex challenges from day one.
Available beginning your second year of teaching or the summer immediately following completion of your two-year commitment. This pathway lets you gain hands-on leadership experience, then leverage that into advanced credentials that set you apart in any career field. Alternatively, corps members in secondary teaching placements may combine their teacher certification requirements and the opportunity for an advanced credential to earn a MAT in their first year of teaching.
Participants must be admitted to their desired graduate program to be eligible. This partnership does not include the cost of fees and program materials (books, etc.). Graduate programs available through the graduate school of LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge are available under this partnership. View them here: Programs and Degrees. Graduate programs offered through LSU Online are not included.