How to apply to SMC’s Teacher Academy

• Print and Complete the Teacher Academy application (PDF).
• Submit the application to Jose Cue at the Teacher Academy EPICenter located at Library Village 125. You may also submit the application to the Bundy Campus office, room 116C.
• Make sure to schedule an appointment with a Teacher Academy Counselor soon after submitting your application to create an educational plan.
• When scheduling an appointment, be sure to tell the appointment desk that you are considering a career in Education.

Once admitted into the Teacher Academy:

• Attend a Future Educators’ Club meeting and meet other Teacher Academy students
• Get information about financial aid (www.fafsa.ed.gov) or SMC scholarships (434-4343)
• Select needed SMC courses for transfer to the campus of your choice
• Enroll in Education 1 as well as other courses specified by your counselor

If you are not an SMC student:

1. Complete SMC admissions application, apply online at www.smc.edu/admissions.
2. Take SMC’s English and math placement tests, if you have not completed any college English or math classes. For more information on these tests go to www.smc.edu/assessment.
3. Complete the SMC new student online orientation at www.smc.edu/orientation/.
4. Apply for a SMC student email account at http://student.smc.edu/
5. Complete the Teacher Academy application (PDF)