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Adult education & languagesProgramState program · CT

Connecticut Office of Higher Education

Alternate Route to Certification (ARC)

Nine-month hybrid teacher training leading to certification; does not grant a university degree.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Prepare electronic application, essay, resume, three references, files and official results. Admission 2026–2027 has already closed.

Application · official site

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Connecticut

  • CT

What it offers

Pedagogical training and teaching practice of 40 school days.

Award amount or benefit

Cost 2026–2027: US$7,000 plus an estimated US$500; request US$125.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Accredited bachelor's degree or higher; Minimum GPA 3.0 unless exempt; Praxis Core tests and specialty test or ACTFL depending on area.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Official records Resume 500–700 word essay Three references Test results

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

ohe.arc@ct.gov

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0047

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