1. Approval Process

1. Candidates for the program must obtain and complete a graduate assistance form from the provost. The applicant must be pursuing a doctorate in a field relevant to his/her teaching field and/or in a high-need content area for the university.
2. The degree must be pursued from a regionally accredited university.
3. Approval requires satisfactory review by the academic administration and the provost, who will consider teaching evaluations, general performance, overall engagement with the institution, diligence of the applicant in prior degree seeking endeavors, and needs of the institution.
4. A maximum of one new applicant per year will be approved to participate. (The academic administration can request additional approvals based on institutional need.) If an application is received from more than one candidate, factors in selection may include seniority and prioritized needs of the university.