If you are a professional who wants to go into teaching and holds either a Bachelor's Degree or a Conditional (Provisional) Teaching Certificate, we invite you to become a member of the STAR Aspiring Teacher's Program.  What is STAR ? The Bowie State University STAR (Superb Teachers Achieving Results) Program cultivates highly effective 21st century educators, equipped to excel in communities facing distinct challenges, like social emotional learning, equity and poverty.

The program provides financial support for aspiring teachers with a unique opportunity to earn Bowie State’s accredited Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree, with a focus on STEM education and teacher leadership. Offered by the highly respected BSU College of Education, the MAT program is an alternative route to becoming a certified, highly skilled educator in the state of Maryland. Participants can get a teaching certificate in Grades 1 - 6, Secondary Math, or Secondary Science.  All classes are held in the evening and weekends on-line. 

Program Benefits Include:
Laptop Computer, Financial Resources, Praxis Support and More!

Please complete this form by August 19th and we will reach out to you with next steps to be considered for our current 2023 cohort.