National/International Student Teaching Program (NISTP)

NISTP General Information

If you are interested in student teaching in Washington, DC, or Houston, Texas, please attend one of the general information meetings. These meetings are usually held the second week of fall and winter semesters. Dates and times vary each semester, but they are always posted on the doors of the McKay Building one week in advance.

For more information about the meeting or NISTP general questions contact the NISTP Coordinator, Crystal Jewkes.

201M MCKB
Phone: 801-422-2772
Email: crystal_jewkes@byu.edu , NISTP@byu.edu

Christ-Centered Purpose

The National and International Student Teaching Program allows you to complete your student teaching in a Washington, D.C., or Houston, Texas, school district. This Christ-centered experience deepens your faith while preparing you to serve in diverse educational settings. You will learn to see each student as a child of God, shaping a perspective that transforms how you teach and connect with others.

In challenging and unfamiliar environments, you will rely more fully on the Savior and strengthen your testimony as you witness His influence in your work and interactions. This experience fosters both professional and spiritual growth, bringing meaning to the words: “People want to know Christ because they know you.”

Upon completing this student teaching experience, you will:

• Obtain a Utah State teaching license - same as you would through a traditional student teaching placement in Utah.
• Fulfill all requirements for your specific teaching major.
• Engage with diverse classrooms and communities, learning to bridge differences and bring light through Christ-centered service.

As an ambassador of BYU, you will exemplify the teachings of the Savior through both word and action, representing the Church and its values with faith, integrity, and love. This program is open to all education majors, with limited exceptions in special education and secondary education. You can apply when submitting your student teaching application.

Student Teaching Sites

Houston, Texas

Location: Schools in Aldine Independent School District, located 17 miles north of downtown Houston.

Cost: BYU tuition, transportation, housing, food, and personal expenses.

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Washington, DC Area

Location: Fairfax County Public Schools, VA.

Cost: BYU tuition, transportation, housing, food, and personal expenses.

Note: Washington, DC, does not have teaching opportunities in Family and Consumer Sciences Ed.

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General Expenses

Tuition

You will pay regular BYU tuition.

Housing

BYU housing applies. The cost is comparable to Provo rent.

Food

You are responsible for food expenses.

Airfare

Current rates vary; all travel is the obligation of the student.

Personal

Miscellaneous expenses and local travel are the obligation of the student.

Passport

Not applicable

Application Requirements and Deadlines

Applications

The Student Teaching Application must be filled out and submitted to the Education Advisement Center (350 MCKB) by the deadlines listed below.