Based on research studies, the current literature, and findings emerging from efforts to recruit well-qualified teacher education students for the University of Dayton, seven recommendations were developed for teacher educators to consider in implementing a formal, systematic recruitment program: (1) Teacher recruitment should begin with the identification of the essential characteristics a prospective teacher should possess to excel in teaching; (2) Some type of "personal touch" should be included, such as a personalized letter or an in-depth telephone conversation with a prospective student; (3) Teacher recruitment should include some form of campus visitation to meet with faculty members, administrators, and teacher education students; (4) Recruitment efforts should be a joint enterprise, entailing the cooperation of faculty and admissions office personnel; (5) Teacher recruitment should be a formalized, well-coordinated effort; (6) Recruitment efforts are enhanced if scholarships are available; and (7) Teacher recruitment should be directed at students who have an interest in teaching as both a life-long profession and a short-term career. Steps in planning and implementing a successful recruitment program are outlined in the appendix. (JD)