Iowa Teacher License Renewal
Official DOE SiteVerified March 23, 2026Official source
Below you'll find renewal requirements for each license type in Iowa. Click any license for a detailed breakdown including approved PD providers and how to submit your hours.
License Types
Standard Teaching License
0 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: $95Late fee: $25
Accepted PD: Semester hours of college credit (graduate or undergraduate) from a regionally accredited institution, Iowa Professional Development Plan (IPDP) — 1 IPDP plan counts as 3 renewal credits
Master Educator License
0 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: $95Late fee: $25
Accepted PD: Semester hours of college credit (graduate or undergraduate) from a regionally accredited institution, Iowa Professional Development Plan (IPDP) — 1 IPDP plan counts as 2 renewal credits