Student Services

Professional Application

The application for the Professional Teacher Education program is electronic. Click on the link provided below to begin the application process. The deadline for all admission applications is May 1st or December 1st by 11:59pm depending on the program.  Please consult your Advisor for the appropriate application deadline. 

Current UMD College of Education student and ready to apply? Click Here for the Professional Teacher Education Application for the Spring 2025 semester (due May 1st, 2025 by 11:59pm EST)!

Program admission requirements and instruction forms
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Application Instructions
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Elementary Education Application Instructions
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Integrated Maryland Masters (IMCP) Application Instructions
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Middle School Education Application Instructions
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Secondary Education Application Instructions
Program admission requirements and instruction forms Special Education Application Instructions
Application Resources 
Application Resources  Criminal History Disclosure Statement
Application Resources  Foundational Competencies/MCEE assessment forms
Application Resources  Career Center (Resume Assistance)
Application Resources  Writing Center 

NOTE: Students may apply for admission to the Professional Teacher Education program only once. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the Professional Teacher Education program. Admission to the Professional program is competitive. 

Please see the Teacher Education Certification Programs for more information about each teacher preparation programs.