To apply, please submit: 1) Basic information; 2) A 1-page or 2-minute video personal statement; 3) Unofficial transcript; and 4) One reference. Please contact Research Coordinator Fran Webber with questions.
Apply to UNITE 2026The Undersea Naval Innovation Teacher Education Fellowship provides paid training for aspiring teachers in naval-related STEM education and is open to pre-service teachers regardless of their area of planned teaching certification.
Below is a recording of an info session about the 2026 UNITE Fellows program, including a Q&A with former UNITE Fellows. Watch for more details on this year’s program!
UNITE Fellows will:
- Learn about the submarine capital of the world through field trips and activities
- Gain hands-on experience in K-12 outreach at local schools
- Build pedagogy knowledge with veteran teachers
Program Options
The $2,500 stipend includes 4 weeks of on-campus housing and weekday meals at the University of Rhode Island and/or University of Connecticut. Housing is optional and travel stipends are available for commuters.
- Full 4-Week Program at University of Rhode Island (URI)
- Attend all four weeks at URI
- Split-Site Program
- Spend first two weeks at URI, second two weeks at University of Connecticut-Storrs
Dates
May 20 – June 17, 2026
Times
9am to 3pm