To become a math teacher, one must complete a bachelor's degree requiring courses in language arts, math, science, social studies, and world languages. The degree can take 4-5 years to complete. Texas Tech, Texas A&M, and University of Texas are recommended schools for teaching degrees. Applicants must score 1500 or higher on the SAT, ACT, or GPAs for admission. Annual tuition at Texas Tech is $38,942 and starting salary for teachers is $27,320, increasing with years of experience.