Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Mathematics Education
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Mathematics Education is designed for college graduates who have earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related discipline and want to become licensed Mathematics Education Teachers. Students completing this degree are licensed by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction to teach Business education courses in grades 9 to 12. The degree enables candidates to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to become excellent instructors at the secondary level. The MAT program is designed for individuals who have a four-year college degree who desire a teaching license in the state of North Carolina. The MAT degree option is ideal for recent college graduates, lateral entry teachers, teaching assistants with baccalaureate degrees, and mid-career changers who possess a wealth of content knowledge and career-related experience.
Teacher Education Licensure: Completing this master's degree and obtaining a teaching license are separate processes. Admission to this master’s program does not guarantee admission to the Educator Preparation Licensure Program. To be recommended for licensure, candidates must first be formally admitted to the Educator Preparation Program. Failure to complete the Educator Preparation admission requirements during the first semester of enrollment may result in the student’s inability to register for certain required courses. Applicants and current students should visit the College of Education for guidance on specific requirements for graduation and licensure test/assessment requirements.
Specializations (or Careers)
- High School Mathematics Education Teacher (9-12)
Admission Requirements
To be eligible to apply for the MAT - Mathematics Education degree, you must have:
- BS or BA degree from an AACSB- accredited College or University in a Mathematics discipline (or a bachelor degree with at least 24 credits of Mathematics coursework with grades of C or better)
- Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.80
- Well-written Statement of Purpose outlining career goals in Mathematics Education
- Three (3) recommendations (professional and academic only; personal recommendations such as family, friends, church members, etc. are not acceptable)
- Official transcript from all colleges and universities attended
- No current teaching license (other than temporary or residential)
- GRE- not required
Program Requirements
- Thirty (30) hours of coursework
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Pass Praxis II Exam
- Mathematics: Content Knowledge - 5161
- Two semesters of clinical practice experience
- Clinical I: 60 hours
- Clinical II: Full instructional day for the entire semester
- Pass edTPA portfolio
Residency License
- Requires employment in NC public schools and enrollment in NC approved educator preparation program
- All Residency License applications must be submitted via the NCDPI Online Licensure system by an NC employing school system
For more information, visit: Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program
Professional Licensure Disclosure
If you reside outside of North Carolina and are interested in completing an online or distance-education program with North Carolina A&T State University that leads to a professional license or certification in your home state, it is imperative that you understand the regulations and requirements for your home state PRIOR to enrolling in any academic program.
N.C. A&T’s Teacher Education programs meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in North Carolina and are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). The University is in the process of determining the licensure requirements for its professional licensure programs but a determination has not been made whether N.C. A&T’s Teacher Education programs meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification for the following states and territories.
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
For more information, contact the licensing board in your state of residence or the NC SARA Teacher Education Directory for information about licensing in your state.
Mailing Address
The University's mailing address is:
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Learn more about professional licensure at https://www.nc-sara.org/resources/professional-licensure.
Contact Information
For program-related questions:
Mrs. Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D.,
MAT Coordinator
Department of Educator Preparation
College of Education
mrspetty@ncat.edu
336-285-4417
For assistance with the admissions process:
The Graduate College
grad@ncat.edu
336-285-2366
For assistance with the registration process:
Trevor Taylor, Student Services Coordinator
Extended Campus
online@ncat.edu
336-285-3798 or (888) 498-6752 (Toll-Free)
Or
Toni McRae, Business Services Coordinator
Extended Campus
online@ncat.edu
336-285-3811 or (888) 498-6752 (Toll-free)