College of Arts, Education, & Sciences

School of Education

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

Become the Teacher You Were Meant to Be

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Already have a bachelor's degree in a field outside of education? The ³È×ÓÊÓÆµ Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) provides an accelerated pathway to earning both your master's degree and Louisiana teacher certification.
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Designed for career changers and recent college graduates, the fully online M.A.T. program combines rigorous coursework with real-world classroom experience, preparing you to become a highly qualified educator in as little asÌý14–20 months.
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Through strong partnerships with school districts across Louisiana, ³È×ÓÊÓÆµ is helping meet the growing demand for outstanding teachers in high-need subject areas.

Why Choose ³È×ÓÊÓÆµ's M.A.T. Program?

✔Ìý100% Online CourseworkÌýwith face-to-face Summer Institute and internship experiences
✔ÌýComplete the Program in 14–20 Months
✔ÌýEarn While You Learn—Qualified candidates may serve as the teacher of record and earn a full-time teacher salary during their paid internship.
✔ÌýMaster's Degree + Louisiana Teacher Certification
✔ÌýExtensive School District PartnershipsÌýthroughout Louisiana
✔ÌýAward-Winning Teacher Preparation and Induction Support
✔ÌýAccess to Internship OpportunitiesÌýthrough ³È×ÓÊÓÆµ's extensive school district network

Certification Options

Dual Certification is available for the Elementary & the Secondary programs:

  • Mild/Moderate Special Education (Grades 1–5)
  • Mild/Moderate Special Education (Grades 6–12)

Available concentration areas are offered in Grades 6-12:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • English
  • General Science
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies

Program Structure

The M.A.T. program consists ofÌý36–45 graduate credit hoursÌýdepending on your certification pathway.
Students complete:
  • Online graduate coursework
  • Summer Institute with classroom field experiences
  • Paid year-long teaching internship
  • Faculty mentoring and ongoing professional support
Previous teaching experience may satisfy portions of the Summer Institute field experience requirement.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should have:
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Regular Admission
    • Undergraduate GPA ofÌý2.75 or higher,Ìýor
    • GPA ofÌý3.0 or higherÌýon the last 60 undergraduate credit hours
  • Conditional Admission
    • Undergraduate GPA betweenÌý2.50–2.74,Ìýor
    • GPA betweenÌý2.75–2.99Ìýon the last 60 undergraduate credit hours
Applicants must also:
(It is recommended that you verify your PRAXIS test code with a member of the MAT Program staff first. VisitÌýÌýto register.)

Start Teaching While You Complete Your Degree

One of the greatest advantages of ³È×ÓÊÓÆµ's M.A.T. program is the opportunity to begin your teaching career before graduation. Many candidates are hired as theÌýteacher of record, allowing them to earn a full-time salary while completing internship and degree requirements.
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Graduate with a master's degree, Louisiana teacher certification, valuable classroom experience, and the confidence to make an immediate impact.

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