Graduate Catalog 2025-2026

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

Eligibility for application requires a bachelor’s degree with a 2.5 cumulative GPA from an accredited college or university.

Applicants must also submit:

  1. Graduate Admissions Application
  2. All official, final transcripts from every college attended
  3. Two professional references; one from a supervisor (the person who evaluates your performance) and one from somebody you worked with professionally, such as a former instructor, mentor, or colleague. References submitted as part of the application process for previous degree programs will not be accepted.
  4. Personal Affirmation Form
  5. For Art Education, applicants must have completed an art degree at the undergraduate level. Any exceptions must be approved by the Art Department Chair. Applicant must provide a portfolio and a philosophy of teaching for review. The art education coordinator must approve a portfolio of past work and a philosophy of teaching before acceptance.
  6. For Music Education, applicants must have completed a music degree at the undergraduate level. Any exceptions must be approved by the Music Department Chair. Applicant must have an approved audition with the music department.