Education: Post-Bac/Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) programs prepares graduate students for initial licensure as professional educators in 5-12 and K-12 classrooms.

Program Highlights

• All pedagogy courses are offered as online courses (a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning). 
• Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
• The Master of Arts in Teaching option allows students to earn a Minnesota teaching license and a Master’s degree in 18 months.

Application Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Personal Statement
• Two letters of recommendation: one should be from an undergraduate/graduate instructor or academic advisor and one should be from a current employer.
• Resume

Additional Requirements for International Applicants:

• TOEFL ibt score of 61 or better, or IELTS score of 6.0 or better.
• Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member. 

Application Deadlines

 Time to Completion: 18 months or 1.5 years