University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is a public research university dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service for the benefit of Maryland residents and beyond. As an honors university, it provides you with a strong liberal arts foundation while preparing you for graduate study, professional careers and leadership in your communities. UMBC is recognized for its strength in science, engineering, information technology, human service and public policy. The university fosters an inclusive and diverse community that values lifelong learning, civic engagement and social responsibility. UMBC is dedicated to supporting and inspiring you to be the best you can be for yourself and your community.

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Baltimore

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“The TESOL staff provides the scaffolding you need to reach your personal goals.”

Melissa Griggs, M.A. '21

“The TESOL teachers motivated me to learn more.”

YaYa Sekou Sala Ballo, M.A. ’20

“The TESOL program brings together students of all ages and backgrounds.”

Bitna Kim, M.A. ’22

“The TESOL staff provides the scaffolding you need to reach your personal goals.”

Melissa Griggs, M.A. '21

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University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Programs

Bachelor’s & certification

Undergraduate Teacher Certification Program

From 48 to 60 months
Program Duration
In-person
Program Format

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Program Info

The UMBC School of Education has certified undergraduate courses in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary/PK-12 Education as well as a designated bachelor of science program in Middle Grades STEM. UMBC School of Education undergraduate courses prepare you for a career in public and private education through a diverse course load and hands-on internship opportunities. All programs lead to teacher certification recognized in Maryland and many states across the nation.

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

$14,086
In State Tuition
$34,183
Out of State Tuition
$75
Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at University of Maryland, Baltimore County have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Maryland, Baltimore County to see if you can, too!

Amount

Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

The University of Maryland offers a variety of grants, scholarships and more on their financial aid opportunities page.

Work Study

Students at UMBC can use employment opportunities to offset tuition costs. The programs available at UMBC include:

$1,000 scholarship, $75 fee waiver

Teacher Academy of Maryland, High school transfers

The Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM) offers a direct admissions pathway to UMBC’s undergraduate teacher education programs and a $1,000 scholarship and fee waiver for high school students who are interested in teaching.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology (grades 7-12)
Chemistry (grades 7-12)
Dance (all grades)
Early Childhood Education (grades PK-3)
Earth and Space Science (grades 7-12)
Elementary Education (grades 1-6)
English (grades 7-12)
French (all grades)
German (all grades)
Mathematics (grades 7-12)
Music (all grades)
Physics (grades 7-12)
Social Studies (grades 7-12)
Spanish (all grades)
TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) (all grades)
Theatre (all grades)
Visual Arts (all grades)

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