The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT): Secondary Education Graduate Pathway

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Available On Campus and as a Blended Online Program

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT): Secondary Education is an accelerated teacher licensure program that prepares students for initial teacher certification. The program offers secondary school (grades 6–12) concentrations in English, Social Studies, Life Science, Physical Science, Math, and Foreign Languages.

This program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Format

The MAT is a blended program with a low residency requirement. Although students may be required to come to campus in Orono, ME, most MAT classes are held online.

In-school placements and student-teaching practicums typically occur within the surrounding areas of Orono, ME, or Portland, ME, with mentor teachers and faculty supervision. However, accommodations can be made for students who need placements at other locations in Maine.

Visit online.umaine.edu to learn more about the blended MAT: Secondary Education or umaine.edu/edhd to learn more about the on-campus MAT: Secondary Education.

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Have questions about the MAT: Secondary Education graduate pathway of the Bachelor of University Studies? Contact an advisor.

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Tessa Smith, M.S.

UMaineOnline Advisor

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tessa.r.smith@maine.edu

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Courses

The following course is required as part of the MAT: Secondary Education pathway (3 credits):

  • SED 302: Adapting Instruction for Students with Disabilities (3 credits)

Courses in the following content areas are recommended:

  • Math
  • Life science
  • Physical science
  • English
  • Social studies
  • World languages

MAT: Secondary Education Admissions

Applicants are encouraged to apply by March 1 to start during the Summer semester. It’s possible to start during other semesters, but completing the program may take more than a year.

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Applications with a GPA below 3.0 on a 4.0 scale are encouraged to detail their suitability for the program and explain any extenuating circumstances or subsequent growth areas in their essay.
  • Passing Praxis Core scores (Reading: 156, Mathematics: 150, and Writing 162)

The admission evaluation process begins once we’ve received all of your application materials. Before you apply, please review the application instructions. When you’re ready to apply, please submit the following:

  • An online application
  • Current résumé or CV
  • Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
  • A 300-500 word essay based on the following prompt
    Applications with a GPA below 3.0 on a 4.0 scale are encouraged to detail their suitability for the program and explain any extenuating circumstances or subsequent growth areas in their essay.
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Copy of Praxis Core score