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College of Arts, Education, & Sciences
School of Education

Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Education

The MAT program is an online alternative certification and masters program, which prepares mid-career changers, or recent graduates who have earned a bachelor’s degree in a content area outside the field of education to fulfill their dream of becoming a teacher.Ìý The program also collaborates and partners with K-12 districts throughout the state to supply them with highly qualified, certified teachers in high-need areas.

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Concentrations

There are eight concentrations offered in Grades 6-12:

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Dual Certification is available with the Secondary Inclusive program:

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Admission Criteria:

  1. Undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher (or a GPA of 3.0 or higher on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework) on a 4.0 scale will qualify forÌýregular admissionÌýstatus.
    Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 - 2.74 (or a GPA of 2.75 - 2.9 on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework) on a 4.0 scale will qualify forÌýconditional admissionÌýstatus.ÌýÌý
  2. Apply to the ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥ Graduate School.
  3. Pass required PRAXIS content exams. It is recommended that you verify your PRAXIS test code with a member of the MAT Program staff first. Visit to register.Ìý
  4. Complete at least 20 hours of classroom observation and submit a log and a written narrative of your observations.Ìý If you can provide verification of teaching experience, or experience as an aid or substitute, this requirement can be waived.

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Program Structure:

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Program Perks:

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Jessica McAllister
MAT Program Advisor
mcallister@ulm.edu
318-342-3323