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Education

Explore resources for students pre-K to college, and for the educators that help shape their future.

Childcare & pre-K

  • Child care scholarship program

    The Child Care Scholarship Program helps families pay for child care and early education.
    See if you're eligible for child care support
  • Maryland pre-K programs

    Find high quality pre-K for children who are 3 and 4 years old. Maryland works with public schools and private centers to give you more choices.
    Choose a pre-K program near you
  • Mental health support for infants and children

    Consultants work with families, programs, and teachers. Their job is to find and treat mental health problems in children.
    Read about available support services

K-12 education


Continuing and higher education

  • College prep

    See the different pathways to earn college prep diplomas. Explore resources to get students set up for success in college.
    Start your college prep journey
  • Choosing a college

    Browse resources to help you choose and pay for college.
    Get help choosing a college
  • University System of Maryland (USM)

    Access an affordable education to start or grow your career.
    Learn more about USM
  • Community colleges

    Start your future today at one of 16 community colleges. Get an affordable education for a transfer degree, job training, or lifelong learning.
    Find a community college near you
  • Scholarships and financial aid

    View an updated list of state grants and scholarships that can help pay for your education.
    See if you qualify for financial aid
  • Save for education expenses

    The state offers an investment plan to help you save for education. You can use the savings for many school-related expenses, and anyone can contribute.
    Sign up for a Maryland 529 account

Choosing a college


For educators and providers

  • Childcare provider resources

    Whether you're ready to start, or looking to grow your child care career, find the info you need. Get training and licensing help as well as business and marketing tips.
    Learn more about becoming a childcare provider
  • Childcare provider portal

    Child care providers can use this portal to renew a license, track attendance, and more.
    Explore the childcare provider portal
  • Become a Maryland teacher

    Discover what it takes to become a teacher, and all the rewards that follow. If you are a student planning for college or an adult seeking a new career, there's a path for you.
    Explore a teaching career
  • Apply for or renew your certification

    Find the forms and information to apply for or renew your certification in education.
    Browse educator certification resources
  • Education grant programs

    Read about grant programs for educators. See which grants are currently open for applications.
    View all education grant programs
  • Professional learning programs

    Discover new ways to grow as an educator. See courses and events to improve your skills and boost student success.
    Explore professional learning programs
  • Environmental programs for educators

    Grow your natural science teaching with new skills and resources. Find workshops and programs for all grade levels. Partial credits and funding may also be available.
    See environmental programs for educators
  • Mental health support for school leaders

    School leaders can get direct access to the Maryland School Mental Health Response Team. The goal is to support and improve the mental health work already being done by school staff.
    Read about this mental health support program
  • Community schools

    Find out how community schools connect families to resources that help kids do well. Services include extended learning time, healthy food, and safe transportation.
    Read about community schools

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