How To Apply

 

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Thank you for your interest in the Sherman Scholars Program. We accept applications from incoming freshmen, transfer students, current UMBC undergraduate students, and graduate students. Following the review process, selected applicants are invited to attend a Scholar Selection Day where they will interview with representatives from the Sherman Program.

 

Eligibility Requirements

Sherman Scholars programming requires additional coursework, seminars, and field experiences.

Please note: Candidates must have a minimum of three full semesters remaining in their degree plan at the time of program entry to ensure full completion of required coursework, coaching, and internship seminars.

 

Application Details

High School Seniors

 

Apply by January 15

Interview February

Start Term Fall of next academic year

All Other Applicants: Fall Start

 

Priority Consideration:
Apply by March 15

Interview April

Start Term Fall of next academic year

Final Deadline:
Apply by July 15

Interview Early August

Start Term Fall of current academic year

All Other Applicants: Spring Start

 

Apply by October 15

Interview Early November

Start Term Spring of current academic year

 

You will need to complete two applications.

Apply to UMBC admissions and the Sherman Scholars Program on Scholarship Retriever.

Please note that to be awarded a Sherman scholarship, you must be offered admission to UMBC as an undergraduate or a Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) candidate.

Apply to the Sherman Scholars Program on Scholarship Retriever. If you have questions you may arrange a meeting with Sherman Program Assistant Director, Christopher Vick, PhD.

cvick@umbc.edu or 410-455-1237.

You will answer the following questions as you complete your Scholarship Retriever application. Please take your time and answer each question fully and thoughtfully. Be sure to review your responses for accuracy before submitting your application.

Question 1: The Sherman Teacher Scholars Program mission is to support scholars to become culturally responsive and compassionate educators by collaborating with UMBC faculty and local schools. What about the Sherman Scholars Program mission compels you to apply? Where do you see yourself in 5 years, and how do your future plans align with our mission?

Question 2: At what level do you plan to certify to teach? For secondary teachers, (grades 7-12) what content area do you intend to teach?

Question 3: How does a commitment to working with students attending urban or high-poverty schools contribute to your desire to become an educator? What are the challenges and opportunities of serving in an urban or high-poverty school?

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