Master of Arts in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is designed for individuals who have completed an undergraduate degree outside of the field of Education and would like to become classroom teachers at the secondary level. This program meets the requirements for State certification.

Program Options

MAT students complete a set of core courses that provide the foundation for the degree and other classes specific to their area of concentration.

Endorsements:

Academic Preparation

Students entering the MAT program must have an undergraduate degree with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Graduate courses from other institutions that meet the objectives of Drake courses can substituted for MAT courses. Please consult the program advisor about transfer credits. (Note that appropriate undergraduate coursework can fulfill endorsement area requirements.)

For complete graduate admission requirements for the School of Education, visit the SOE Admissions Requirements page or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Program Contacts

Thalya Hanson
etcoordinator@drake.edu
515-271-2143