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Education for All Stages

School of Education

The School of Education prepares future educators through undergraduate programs, accelerated licensure, master’s degrees, certifications, and doctoral programs offered online and on campus.

Our Programs

choose your journey

Undergraduate Initial Certification Programs

The following programs are offered through both the Women’s College and the College of Adult Undergraduate Studies (gender inclusive).

CERTIFICATES – For teachers who are seeking to address their professional development needs, renew their certification, and/or expand their areas of expertise, NDMU offers a variety of courses to earn a ‘badge.’  Each certificate is earned after taking relevant courses; these certificates include:

Degrees & Programs

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Attend a virtual information session to learn more about our Graduate and Professional Studies programs!

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Think. Learn. Do.

Grounded in the belief that teaching is both a vocation and a career, programs combine strong professional preparation with a commitment to social responsibility. Graduates are equipped to inspire learners and lead in classrooms and communities, especially in high‑need fields such as STEM and special education.

At NDMU, all initial and advanced educator preparation programs are nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.

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Application Process

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1

Application

Submit Your Application via the NDMU application or the Common App.

2

Transcripts

Submit your official transcripts.

  • Request your high school to send your transcripts to NDMU processing@ndm.edu
  • Note: The Common App will include your transcripts.
3

Optional Materials

  • SAT or ACT scores
  • Personal Statements or Essays
  • Letter of Recommendation
1

Application

Submit Your Application via the NDMU application.

2

Transcripts

Submit your official transcripts (high school and college).

Read instructions on your school website to send your transcripts to NDMU processing@ndm.edu

3

Optional Materials

  • Personal Statements or Essays
  • Letter of Recommendation
1

Application

Submit Your Application via the NDMU application.

2

Transcripts

Submit your official transcripts from all previous institutions.

Read instructions on the school website to send your transcripts to NDMU processing@ndm.edu

3

Additional Requirements

Submit the following:

  • Essay (See essay prompts here)
  • Two Letters of Recommendation

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Start your journey at NDMU by applying today!

student story

EDUCATION WITH IMPACT

Sara Morales had two top priorities when she first began her college search: a well-regarded education program to fulfill her lifelong goal of becoming a teacher, and an opportunity to play both lacrosse and soccer. NDMU checked both of those boxes, and Morales will walk across the stage for a second time during the 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Baltimore Convention Center after completing the School of Education’s five-year bachelor’s and master’s degree program.

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Career Pathways

990+

School of Education Students at NDMU

79

Completed Doctorates, 2022-2025

61

Academic Programs within the School of Education

22

Grants over 5 Years

Our School of Education can open many doors including:

  • Classroom Teachers
  • Specialty Teachers
  • Administrators
  • Special Educators
  • Elementary School Teacher (PreK–6)
  • Early Childhood Teacher (PreK–3)
  • Secondary Teacher (content areas like math, English, science, social studies)
  • Special Education Teacher
  • ESOL / TESOL Teacher
  • Art or Music Teacher (PreK–12)
  • Reading Specialist / Literacy Coach
  • Instructional Coach
  • Intervention Specialist (MTSS / RTI)
  • Curriculum Specialist
  • Gifted & Talented Specialist
  • Assistant Principal / Principal
  • Instructional Leader / Department Chair
  • Curriculum Director
  • Program Coordinator
  • Adjunct or Full-Time Faculty
  • Academic Advisor (e.g., licensure programs)
  • Field Placement / Clinical Coordinator
  • Professional Development Facilitator
  • Educational Consultant
  • Corporate Trainer / Learning & Development Specialist
  • Nonprofit Education Program Manager
  • Education Policy or Advocacy Work
  • Museum or Informal Education Specialist

Choose the option that best describes you

Program Types

Undergraduate Initial Certification Programs
The following programs are offered through both the Women’s College and the College of Adult Undergraduate Studies (gender inclusive).

CERTIFICATES – For teachers who are seeking to address their professional development needs, renew their certification, and/or expand their areas of expertise, NDMU offers a variety of courses to earn a ‘badge.’ Each certificate is earned after taking relevant courses; these certificates include:

AI Certificate
Teacher Apprenticeship
Hattie M Strong

Hattie M Strong

For more than 30 years, the Hattie M. Strong Foundation has supported the educational dreams of NDMU’s teacher interns with a promising future, providing more than $330,000 in scholarships. Students who excel in their degree program and internship are encouraged to apply for the scholarship.

In 2025, the foundation awarded three NDMU students demonstrating excellence in their classrooms with a $5,000 scholarship. The most recent Hattie M. Strong Scholars of the NDMU School of Education – Rebecca Reese ’26, Shanon Brown M’26, and Rachael Reid M’26 – represent the best and brightest in the field of education.

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School of Education Alumna Named Kent County Teacher of the Year

When Cheryl Fracassi M’17 heard her name announced as Kent County Teacher of the Year, the moment felt almost unreal.

“It was surreal,” she said. “I am very proud of the work I do, but it is for such a specific population of students that it often gets overlooked. To have that work recognized and awarded on a larger stage was very humbling.”

The Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) alumna teaches at Kent County Middle School where she leads the Pathways program, an alternative classroom designated to support students facing significant behavioral challenges in general classroom settings. Through a combination of academic instruction, social-emotional learning, and restorative practices, the program helps students build the skills needed to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

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Teacher of the Year