Frequently Asked Questions

The Murphy Institute’ LTT is a supportive program works in collaboration with the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) and our participating CUNY colleges. The LTT’s mission is to empower participants to become more effective in their schools and more impactful in their communities. The variety of LTT services are specifically designed for school and daycare workers. Participants can pursue undergraduate or graduate degrees to advance their careers in teaching or any other field of study. Our advisors assist you with pursuing your undergraduate or graduate degree in any field of study, from the pre-admission stage through graduation.

Students must be enrolled or affiliated with one of the participating LTT colleges to take advantage of our services. However, the test preparation workshops are open to all CUNY students and/or school/daycare workers.

After attending an open house, students who are currently enrolled will be asked to complete an intake form. You will then be contacted by the Site Coordinator. You will then be assisted and informed about the LTT services that can benefit you. Students who are not enrolled will be informed of the admissions process and asked to schedule a follow up meeting.

When students submit their LTT application/intake form, a unique code will be placed on their CUNYFirst account. This allows us to identify our program participants and inform them of upcoming events/services. Once a student has applied to LTT, there is no need to reapply. Students may follow up with the assigned LTT Site Coordinator/ advisor to receive assistance with readmission if necessary.

Our LTT Site Coordinators/advisors can help you pick a suitable career- oriented curriculum. The program offers a variety of services to benefit all students. This includes: tutoring, writing and math workshops, academic advisement and more. Please contact an LTT Site Coordinator to be informed of the additional services offered.

The LTT program is currently offered BMCC, Bronx Community College, Brooklyn College, College of Staten Island, the CUNY School of Labor & Urban Studies (non-teaching degrees), Lehman College , Medgar Evers and Queens College

• BMCC Undergraduate Programs
• Bronx Community College Undergraduate Programs
• Brooklyn College Undergraduate Programs
• Brooklyn College Graduate Programs
• College of Staten Island Undergraduate Programs
• College of Staten Island Graduate Programs
• CUNY School of Labor & Urban Studies Undergraduate Programs
• Lehman College Undergraduate Programs
• Lehman College Graduate Programs
• Medgar Evers College Undergraduate Programs
• Queens College Undergraduate Programs
• Queens College Graduate Programs

LEAP to Teacher students are CUNY students. You have the same rights and access to your campus resources as all other students. The only difference is that you are entitled to the wide range of free additional services.

Our services can be found in the What LTT offers section on main page: https://slu.cuny.edu/worker-education/leap-to-teacher/

Choosing the right career path for you begins with a conversation and an evaluation. We will help tailor the right personal path for you towards teacher certification or any other career that you desire.

Please contact the Site Coordinator at the preferred campus for further assistance.

Please contact the Site Coordinator at the preferred campus for further assistance.

Please contact the Site Coordinator at the preferred campus for further assistance.

Yes, we help assist you access your union specific benefits for undergraduates and graduate students.

Many of our paraprofessionals (UFT and DC 37, Local 372) earning a Bachelor’s degree eligible to receive 18 credits per year subsidized by Career Training Program (CTP) at Teach NYC. Vouchers may be used for the fall, spring and summer sessions but not for winter sessions.

The deadlines are as follows:

Six credits for fall session: apply May 1 – June 30
Six credits for spring session: apply September 1 – October 31
Six credits for summer session: apply February 1 – March 31

To apply for voucher please visit the NY City DOE Career Training Program website.

Our LEAP to Teacher Site Coordinators can assist you in putting together a financial aid package that will enable you to pursue your intended degree without undue hardship. This includes grants, scholarships, and tuition reimbursement sources. For more information, contact your LTT Site Coordinator.