If you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to become a science or math teacher, the answer is yes. The School of Education is proud to announce the Noyce Teaching Fellowship, a new scholarship opportunity for individuals pursuing a science or math credential.

Join a New Kind of Teacher Cohort

Applicants to the 2026–27 single-subject science and math cohorts will have the opportunity to apply for the Noyce Fellowship, which includes:

• A $30,000 scholarship to fund tuition, fees, books, and supplies for the UC Davis School of Education credential and master’s programs.
• A yearly $10,000 salary supplement during the first four years of teaching in a high-need school district.
• Funding for STEM teacher conferences and travel, classroom technology, and other teaching materials.
• Field practicum experience with a robust technology and AI focus in diverse educational settings.
• A five-year cohort experience, including monthly professional learning opportunities, mentoring support, and teacher workshops focused on integrating AI into math and science teaching.

Use AI to Transform the Classroom—and Education Field

Twelve students will be selected to join a team of UC Davis researchers preparing the next generation of teachers to meaningfully apply artificial intelligence in the classroom. Your graduate experience will include: 

• Collaborating closely with School of Education faculty, supervisors, and teacher mentors to develop an expertise on AI.
• Learning how to confidently deploy artificial intelligence in your classroom.
• Empowering students to critically think about AI and its applications in their own learning.
• Sharing your research findings and practical strategies with other educators by hosting an “AI for Advancing Learning in STEM Education” conference as a cohort.

Along the way, you’ll cultivate a strong support network of novice and veteran educators and provide foundational input that shapes the future of AI-based teacher training.

Apply Today!

You are eligible to apply if you:

• Majored in a STEM discipline (math, chemistry, biology, physics, engineering, computer science, statistics, or another related field).
• Will enter the UC Davis School of Education credential program in fall 2026.
• Have a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
• Are committed to working in high-need school districts.
• Are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Selected applicants will be invited to interview between March 30-April 3, 2026.

Questions? Email noyceproject@ucdavis.edu. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I expect in each year of the program?

• Year 1: Complete UC Davis credential/M.A. coursework to build a foundation in research-based pedagogy with AI integration, alongside a field practicum experience with AI-trained mentor teachers in high-needs schools in the Twin Rivers Unified School District in Sacramento, CA.
• Year 2: Implement teaching practices learned in Year 1 through a research project in your own classroom.
• Year 3: Participate in workshops to develop AI readiness and integrating AI tools to support research-based student learning practices introduced in Years 1 and 2.
• Year 4: Conduct advanced yearlong research project synthesizing research-based practices with AI knowledge and skills.
• Year 5: Host an “AI for Advancing Learning in STEM Education” conference with other Noyce fellows to share your research findings and practical strategies with other teachers, administrators, credential candidates, and STEM undergraduates.
• Throughout the five years, you will also attend monthly Professional Learning Community meetings that will support your learning and professional development.

Will I be placed in a high-need school district for student teaching?

Yes, the UC Davis School of Education is partnering with Twin Rivers Unified School District in Sacramento, CA for this program. Noyce fellows will be placed with AI-trained STEM teachers in this district for student teaching.

What happens if I am not able to complete the program?

The scholarship, stipend, or fellowship may revert to a loan, meaning that the recipient will be required to repay all or a portion of the scholarship, stipend, or fellowship, if the recipient:

• Fails to maintain an acceptable level of academic standing in the program in which the individual is enrolled
• Is dismissed from the program or institution for disciplinary reasons
• Withdraws from the institution or program before completion of program requirements

What if I’m not able to work in a high-need school district after graduating from the program?

The scholarship, stipend, or fellowship may revert to a loan, meaning that the recipient will be required to repay all or a portion of the scholarship, stipend, or fellowship, if the recipient declares that the teaching service commitment will not be fulfilled or fails to fulfill the teaching service commitment.