FY 26 Teacher Quality Partnership (TQP) Program Competition
This grant supports programs that improve teacher preparation and recruitment, promote high-quality apprenticeships, and enhance teacher quality in high-need schools nationwide.
Funder: Office of Elementary and Secondary Education
Due Dates: May 7, 2026 (Applications available) | June 23, 2026 (Full application deadline) | August 24, 2026 (Deadline for Intergovernmental Review)
Funding Amounts: Estimated $70 million total; awards range from $500,000–$2 million/year, up to 5 years; max $2 million per 12-month period.
Summary: Supports partnerships to improve teacher preparation, professional development, and recruitment—especially in high-need schools and shortage subject areas.
Key Information: 100% non-federal match required (cash or in-kind); cost share waivers are rare.
Description
This program funds partnerships to enhance the preparation, support, and retention of effective teachers and school leaders, with a focus on high-need schools and subject areas experiencing educator shortages. Eligible projects may include pre-baccalaureate teacher preparation, teaching residency models, and leadership development initiatives. The program emphasizes evidence-based practices, strong clinical experiences, and alignment with state certification requirements, aiming to improve student achievement and teacher workforce quality.
