Maryland Teacher Scholarship Program

Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC)

Amount: $500
Deadline: March 1
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

Provides scholarships to Maryland residents who agree to teach in a designated public school in a critical shortage area in Maryland upon graduation. Converts to a loan if service is not met.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US, MD-resident
  • GPA: 2.5+
  • Maryland residents enrolled in an approved teacher education program and committed to teaching in a Maryland public school in a critical shortage area.

Required Materials

  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Promissory note

Timeline

Applications open December. Deadline March 1. Notifications in late spring/early summer.

Tips

Research Maryland's critical shortage areas and tailor your application to those fields. Understand the service obligation thoroughly.