She received her B.A., Summa Cum Laude, in philosophy and general humanities as well as her M.A. in Spanish literature from Montclair State University. She also received a Diploma de Estudios Hispánicos from the University of Salamanca in Spain and is currently enrolled in the Doctoral program in Educational Leadership at Rowan University. Maryann is a member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society as well as numerous professional organizations.