Education
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Study Education?
The UMBC Education Department offers students undergraduate and graduate programs of study leading to teacher certification recognized in Maryland and many states across the nation. Graduate education programs are also available for STEM teachers already certified and Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages.
The UMBC Education Department offers undergraduate and graduate programs of study leading to teacher certification recognized in Maryland and many states across the nation, with a variety of concentrations. If you are interested in using your talents, skills, and knowledge in service to the greater good, love to learn, believe in the importance of public education, value the potential of children and young adults, and have a commitment to be an advocate for democracy and social justice, we hope you will consider becoming a teacher. The department aims to develop educators who are caring, thoughtful, knowledgeable, skilled, and responsive as well as who respect diversity, are leaders in their schools, and are advocates for democracy and social justice. The department offers an undergraduate degree in Middle Grades STEM Education (and supports education-focused majors in other departments), certificates with a variety of concentrations, and Master of Arts degrees in Education and in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
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Which Program is Right for You?
Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades STEM Education
Initial Teacher Certification (Grades 4-9)
VIEW Bachelor of Science DETAILS →Certificate in Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Initial Teacher Certification (Grades PreK-3)
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Elementary Education
Elementary Initial Teacher Certification (Grades 1-6)
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Certificate in Secondary Education
Secondary Initial Teacher Certification (Grades 7-12 or PreK-12)
VIEW Certificate DETAILS →Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC is committed to making a world-class education accessible to every student. We offer a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help you manage the cost of your education. New and current degree-seeking undergraduates can explore institutional and departmental scholarships using our Scholarship Retriever tool, along with additional opportunities from external partners. Scholarships and financial aid can help cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even housing and meals, ensuring you can focus on your studies and your future at UMBC.
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Contact Information
UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information
Mailing Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
OFFICE LOCATION
Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond
Admissions Staff
410-455-2292
Available Monday through Friday, from
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
admissions@umbc.edu
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