CalTeach Science & Mathematics Program
Empower Aspiring STEM Teachers with CalTeach

Committed to addressing California's critical shortage of qualified math and science teachers, CalTeach recruits, supports, and prepares a diverse group of undergraduate STEM majors to become socially just, equity-focused credentialed educators. In just four years, students can earn their Bachelor's of Science in one of five undergraduate majors (mathematics, physics, chemistry, earth systems science, or biology) and their single-subject teaching credential. This unique, fast-tracked approach reduces both the time and financial burden typically associated with obtaining a STEM-focused teaching credential in California. UC Irvine CalTeach is one of just two CalTeach programs in California to offer this four-year pathway to students!

Your generosity plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of science and math teachers. By supporting CalTeach, you are helping to offset the costs of:

· UC Irvine tuition

· Teaching supplies for engaging lessons (averaging $100/student)

· Professional attire for classroom confidence (averaging $100/student)

· Transportation expenses to fieldwork sites for hands-on learning (averaging $300/student)

· Testing fees associated with teacher credentialing (averaging $500/student)

Your support extends beyond our students—it strengthens our entire community. With over 500 credentialed STEM teachers to date and a 91% retention rate in teaching, CalTeach is making a difference in classrooms for thousands of students throughout California and beyond!

See what people are sharing about UC Irvine Giving Day 2025!
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Early Bird Challenge
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Early Bird Challenge
Thanks to a generous gift from UC Irvine Foundation trustees Gary and Melanie Singer, donors will be chosen at random to unlock an additional $500 for the school, program or cause supported during the Giving Day Early Access Period (ends 11:59pm on April 21)!
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Social Media Challenge
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Show your UC Irvine pride! Post on social media with #UCIGivingDay and let us know what you care about most at UC Irvine. We'll be selecting and featuring our favorite posts, and if we feature yours, $500 will be donated in your honor to the initiative mentioned in your post!
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1965 Challenge
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1965 Challenge
In celebration of UC Irvine's founding, the 1,965th gift will receive $1,965 in matching funds for the school, program or cause supported!
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CalTeach 40 Gifts for $3,240 Challenge
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CalTeach 40 Gifts for $3,240 Challenge
The 40th gift to CalTeach will unlock a generous $3,240 gift from the CARS Foundation!
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