Apply

Application Deadline - May 1

Upload all documents and submit the application by the deadline - Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Materials Checklist

Transcripts

  • Upload transcripts from all institutions attended - including Community Colleges if applicable

Three Letters of Recommendation

  • Provide each recommendation writer this link to the RAPIL Recommendation Form
  • The completed recommendation will be sent directly to RAPIL
  • When recommendations are added to your application account, you will receive a message in Tk20.

Resume

  • Detail paid and/or volunteer work experience

Personal Statement

  • 500 word limit
  • Explain why you are interested in making a career change to become a teacher at this point in your life.

Review Endorsement Coursework Requirements and Complete Your Self-analysis

  • Download a checklist for any endorsement you hope to qualify for from the RAPIL website
  • Complete and upload your own self-analysis using your collegiate transcripts
  • You may upload more than one form in this section

*All files should be in doc, docx, or pdf format to upload

How to Apply through Tk20

To complete your application through Tk20, follow the directions below - Google Chrome is recommended.

Type uiowa.tk20.com into your web browser (no “http” or “www” needed)

  • DO NOT enter “username” and “password” the first time log in
  • Instead, click on “Admissions” at the bottom
  • Then, click on “Click here to create your account” at the very bottom

Provide the required information in “Create Applicant Account”

  • Create a username and password
  • Click submit

On the menu on the left, click on “Applications”

  • From the drop-down menu at the top of the page, select the RAPIL application and click “Next”
  • Complete the application by providing all data requested, and uploading all documents.
  • DO NOT Submit until ALL materials are uploaded
  • You can NOT upload items after you submit
  • You can SAVE and return to the application!
Incomplete applications will not be considered
Check BEFORE You Submit

Have You Uploaded:

  • ALL transcripts 
  • A Professional Resume
  • Personal Statement Addressing the Prompt
  • Endorsement Self-Analysis Form(s)

Recommendations

  • Asked least three references to provide a recommendation
  • Sent each person the RAPIL Recommendation Form link

To Submit a COMPLETE application:

Click the green SUBMIT button at the bottom of the form

  • You can NOT make any changes once you SUBMIT
  • Incomplete Applications will not be considered

Deadline to Submit is May 1

Applicants are encouraged to file a FAFSA by May 1st to be considered for the Iowa Workforce Grant.

https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

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