Praxis: How do I cover test expenses?

Praxis II – A series of required state exams for those interested in becoming a licensed educator. Each state has different requirements (e.g., AR and LA do not require Praxis I passage but do require Praxis II). These exams are created and administered by a national organization called Educational Testing Service or ETS.

Look up your state’s requirements here: https://praxis.ets.org/state-requirements.html.

ETS Fee Waiver - https://praxis.ets.org/test/takers/register-waivers.html

ETS Medical/Academic Accommodations application: https://www.ets.org/disabilities.html

Apply early for the ETS fee waiver: https://praxis.ets.org/test/takers/register-waivers.html
Seek out scholarships in this national database: FastWeb
1. This will allow you to cover your tuition fees, thereby giving your budget a slight cushion for items like exam fees
Inquire with your district or parish (especially Human Resources or your hiring manager)
1. Some districts qualify for Title II funds which may be used to reimburse exam registration fees
2. Some districts will provide reimbursement from the general fund to encourage employees to take the state exams
Reach out to your professional and personal network to see if someone would be willing to sponsor the testing fees as an investment in their community
Plan, Plan, Plan!
1. What are some creative ways to save a little bit here and there in preparation for the end-of-the-semester registration fees?

Some guidance on finding financial support to help cover text expenses, such as Praxis.