Master of Arts in Teaching

Our main concentrations are straightforward programs suited to most aspiring teachers.

MAT with Subject Area Concentration (Preschool – Grade 12)

When enrolling in this program, you will need to select one of the following subject areas to specialize in: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, English as a Second Language, French, Health & Physical Education, Italian, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Science, Physics, Social Studies or Spanish.

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MAT Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten – Grade 6)

Since elementary school students are too young to switch classrooms throughout the day, elementary school teachers have to be jacks of all trades. In this program you’ll get a broader overview of the multiple subjects you’ll need to teach on a day-to-day basis.

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MAT Early Education (Preschool – Grade 3)

Teaching very young children brings with it a unique set of challenges and this program is designed to give you the skills you need to meet those challenges. Early education specialists not only teach children in all subject areas, but they also teach them how to be students – how to make friends, collaborate with a group, observe a schedule and treat others with respect. You can be the key that unlocks a child’s door to life-long learning.

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Admission requirements for these programs vary based on the subject area you choose to pursue. Please see Graduate Admissions for more information.

These programs prepare students in a subject area and in special education, leading to a Master of Arts, teacher certification in a subject area, and the Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification.

MAT with Subject Area Concentration (Preschool – Grade 12) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12)

When enrolling in this program, you will need to select one of the following subject areas to specialize in: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, English as a Second Language, French, Health & Physical Education, Italian, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Science, Physics, Social Studies or Spanish.

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MAT Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten – Grade 6) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12)

Since elementary school students are too young to switch classrooms throughout the day, elementary school teachers have to be jacks of all trades. In this program you’ll get a broader overview of the multiple subjects you’ll need to teach on a day-to-day basis.

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MAT Early Education (Preschool – Grade 3) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12)

Teaching very young children brings with it a unique set of challenges and this program is designed to give you the skills you need to meet those challenges. Early education specialists not only teach children in all subject areas, but they also teach them how to be students – how to make friends, collaborate with a group, observe a schedule and treat others with respect. You can be the key that unlocks a child’s door to life-long learning.

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Admission requirements for these programs vary based on the subject area you choose to pursue. Please see Graduate Admissions for more information.

Accelerate your journey to becoming a teacher with our combined programs. Complete a four-year Bachelor’s degree program and a two-year Master’s degree program in just five years while also earning your Teacher’s Certification and your Teacher of Students With Disabilities Certification.

MAT with Subject Area Concentration (Preschool – Grade 12) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12) (Combined BA, BS, BMus/MAT)

When enrolling in this program, you will need to select one of the following subject areas to specialize in: Art, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, English, English as a Second Language, French, Health & Physical Education, Italian, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Science, Physics, Social Studies or Spanish.

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MAT Elementary School Teacher (Kindergarten – Grade 6) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12) (Combined BA/MAT)

Since elementary school students are too young to switch classrooms throughout the day, elementary school teachers have to be jacks of all trades. In this program you’ll get a broader overview of the multiple subjects you’ll need to teach on a day-to-day basis.

Apply NowView Catalog

MAT Early Education (Preschool – Grade 3) and Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certification (Preschool – Grade 12) (Combined BA/MAT)

Teaching very young children brings with it a unique set of challenges and this program is designed to give you the skills you need to meet those challenges. Early education specialists not only teach children in all subject areas, but they also teach them how to be students – how to make friends, collaborate with a group, observe a schedule and treat others with respect. You can be the key that unlocks a child’s door to life-long learning.

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Admission requirements for these programs vary based on the subject area you choose to pursue. Please see Graduate Admissions for more information.

MAT Urban Teacher Residency Program (All Levels)

Kickstart your teaching career! The Urban Teacher Residency Program is designed to fast-track you to the classroom under the guidance of a mentor teacher. Upon graduation, you’ll be placed in a three-year residency in the Newark or Orange public school system. This program allows you to choose Teacher Certification in any of the three levels offered by our other MAT programs: Preschool – Grade 12, Kindergarten – Grade 6, or Preschool – Grade 3.

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Admission requirements for these programs vary based on the subject area you choose to pursue. Please see Graduate Admissions for more information.