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Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program (METP) at the University of Mississippi logo
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Be the
DIFFERENCE TODAY
for a
BETTER TOMORROW

OUR PURPOSE:

investing in Mississippi's future

The Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program (METP) is designed to attract high performing, passionate, and dedicated students into the education profession through valuable financial support and invaluable experiences. As educators, METP graduates will create positive impacts for their future students, the communities in which they will serve, and beyond.

Student teacher in classroom
METP logo
Graduation medallions
Group of students in classroom
Student tutoring
Group graduation photo

$43 MILLION

in funding

OVER

200

students enrolled so far

OVER

1,000

years of commitment to MS schools

92%

four year graduation rate

United States map of METP students
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OUR STUDENTS

join our mission

FROM

26

STATES

across the nation!

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APPLY NOW

Learn more about the application process and timelines, hear from our Fellows, and find answers to frequently asked questions.

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