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.
