Admissions Process
To apply for Relay’s teacher programs, prospective students may start an application at https://rly.gs/apply, a link obtained after submitting an interest form, being sent to Relay via a partner school or district, or directly via the Relay.edu website. Once applicants complete the online application and submit all institutional and program-specific admissions requirements including official transcripts, their application will be reviewed for admissions decision. Students are responsible for securing a program-aligned instructional role that must be verified through the School Authorization and Instructional Role Form prior to enrolling in coursework each fall for students starting in the summer or fall, or each spring for students starting in the spring term. Applicants may connect with the Admissions & Enrollment team via the Admissions & Enrollment Interest Form or email at [email protected] for more details and support.
Anthology Portfolio
https://relay.chalkandwire.com/Login.aspx
Anthology Portfolio is an assessment, accreditation, and certification/licensure tracking tool enabling Relay students, faculty, staff, and partners to document and view student progress toward educator preparation program (EPP) completion and certification/licensure. The tool collects student data and artifacts, assessed at designated transition points. The tool also collects student performance on key assessments and allows faculty and staff to draw insights about program effectiveness and create plans for student support. Anthology Portfolio supports collaboration between Relay, students, and partners to ensure certification/licensure candidates have positive, supportive, and aligned clinical experiences.
Canvas
Canvas is Relay’s learning-management system and serves as the central access point for students to find important due dates, complete asynchronous online coursework, upload assessments, track progress, view instructor feedback on completed assessments, communicate with instructors, and collaborate with peers. Canvas Support is available to students 24 hours a day, seven days per week, via phone, email, and chat. Students can access Canvas chat support and the Canvas Community forums through the Help(?) icon located in the lower left of your screen in Canvas, or they can call the Canvas student support phone line: (844) 653-1472.
Certification/Licensure Preparation Resources
The Relay Licensure and Certification Preparation Department offers several test preparation resources for students pursuing certification or licensure. To see the resources that are available, visit the Licensure Exam Preparation website. The website provides information pertaining to FREE online preparation workshop sessions, personalized one-to-one academic coaching services, academic coaching content-specific office hours, and AI tools designed to support licensure exam preparation. Additionally, on the website, the Licensure and Certification Preparation department shares links to access self-paced study programs such as the Mometrix e-Library, Khan Academy, Passage Preparation, and 240 Tutoring. Students may contact their Manager of Student Success (MOSS) or the Director of the Licensure and Certification Preparation Department by emailing [email protected] with additional questions and for guidance related to state and/or program-specific licensure exam preparation resources.
My Relay Portal
My Relay Portal connects you to your academic student information, including contact information currently on file with Relay. You can review your program of study and the progress you have made toward completion, register for new courses each term, print an unofficial transcript, access your class schedule and final grades, and even review important financial aid information. An overview of My Relay Portal can be accessed on Relay’s Support Center. Students can access My Relay Portal through Relay’s MyApps or by navigating directly to https://portal.relay.edu.
Please note, access to My Relay Portal is only available to:
- Students in Connecticut, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas and students in their first year in Delaware, Georgia, New York, Colorado, New Jersey, District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania from AY22-AY26
Nelnet
Relay uses Nelnet to provide students with a centralized platform for all financial services. Students can access Nelnet to make payments, sign up for payment plans, manage their refunds, and review all transactions. Students can also view their annual tax forms through the site. Students can access Nelnet through their student portal.
Relay Connect
Relay Connect is Relay’s members-only online portal where the staff, students, and alumni of Relay’s programs virtually meet and share information. It hosts a jobs board, event postings, and news updates. All members of the Relay community are welcome to join the platform and engage with one another.
Relay Library
Relay primarily employs an electronic and digital approach to providing library and information resources to students and faculty. The majority of Relay Library materials are available in an online or electronic format, accessible through the library catalog. These resources include electronic books (e-books), videos, curriculum resources, and subscriptions to prominent education journals offered through database providers such as EBSCO, ProQuest, JSTOR, and Education Resources Information Center (ERIC). Relay provides these content subscriptions for use by current Relay students, faculty, and staff. Username and password information is to be kept confidential, and material-access privileges may not be shared. Relay Library also participates in a national interlibrary loan service that allows students and faculty to request articles not owned by Relay Library from other institutions.
For guidance using these materials, and for other library questions, students should reference their EDU-500 course in Canvas. Students may also email [email protected] with feedback or questions.
Relay Website
The Relay website serves as a central resource for information about the institution, including its mission, history, academic programs, and approach to educator preparation. Students can access important details about program offerings, policies, and key processes, as well as updates and announcements.
In addition to logistical information, the website features stories, blog posts, and news coverage that highlight the work and impact of Relay students, alumni, faculty, and staff. It is a valuable tool for staying informed and connected to the broader Relay community.
Student Assistance Program
Relay offers a Student Assistance Program to all enrolled students, including conditionally admitted students and students enrolled in non-degree programs.
Included in the program are access to mental health resources, health and wellness resources, financial planning support, and legal guidance. In addition to providing students with access to real-time counseling services via app, the program also offers students referrals to counselors and the ability to participate in up to three free in-person counseling sessions per year. The program also provides students with access to local resources. All materials can be accessed through the Inner Peak mobile platform.
To access resources on the website, please use the following password: wlm70101
If you have questions or need more information, please email [email protected].
[email protected]
[email protected] is the email address where students can reach out for nonacademic student support requests. Please note, requests are processed Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST.
Support Center
https://relaygse.happyfox.com/home/
Relay maintains a robust collection of information and resources for students, staff, and the public on the Support Center. This collection allows individuals to self-serve answers when they need them. Support Center is accessible via Relay’s website 24 hours a day, seven days per week. When signed in through Relay’s MyApps, students and staff have access to support articles not available to the public. Support Center is also the gateway for chatting live with a Support Specialist.
