Program Overview

Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.): Secondary Math (6-12); Secondary Science - Physics (6-12), Chemistry (6-12), Biology (6-12)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree leads to initial certification of well-qualified candidates. Course work emphasizes scholarly rigor through research-based practices and engagement in a variety of field-based projects as well as supervised clinical experiences. 

The program emphasizes development of candidate understanding of adolescent development, educational psychology, curriculum, assessment, and teaching strategies particular to the teaching of secondary mathematics or secondary science. Through yearlong clinical experiences, candidates apply all they have learned so that they can impact the learning of all of their students.

Excellence in Assessment Gold Level 2024 and Best Online Master's Programs 2023 badges, highlighting academic recognition and achievement.
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Program of Study

Mathematics candidates take the 6 credit-hours of advanced perspectives on the school mathematics content

Admission Requirements

Must possess the following beyond the general KSU Graduate College Admission Requirements
  • Degree – Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution or completion of 18 prerequisite hours that demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge. 
  • Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment – Uploaded to graduate application. Information may be found on the GACE Ethics website. You may print a copy of your completion certification from the GACE Ethics test taker website.
  • Professional Resume – Uploaded to graduate application.  Should document education, any teaching experience, volunteer and service accomplishments, and record of leadership activities.
  • Reference Forms – Forms and their directions are in the online graduate application. Please do not submit letters of recommendation. Only the forms completed via the graduate application will be accepted. These two forms of recommendation must come from an educational professional or someone who can attest to your abilities to become a successful educator. 
  • Professional Reflections Statement – Uploaded to graduate application.  Should be 1-2 pages and explain what has led to your decision to become an educator. 
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) recognition badge for the M.A.T. in Secondary Science in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, awarded in 2018 for excellence in preservice science teacher preparation.

Deadline

Spring - November 15  |  Summer - May 1

Additional Information

For more information on graduate admissions, please email degreeup@kennesaw.edu.

For more information about this degree program, please call 470.578.6314 or email Mike Dias  (science) mdias@kennesaw.edu or J. Vince Kirwan (math) jkirwan@kennesaw.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Review of applications takes several weeks and begins after the application status is "complete". You will receive an email from the Graduate College notifying you of your acceptance. Students may download a copy of their acceptance letter through their online application portal. Hard copy letters are not sent via mail.
  • You are able to transfer up to nine (9) credit hours of coursework based upon review and approval by the Program Coordinator. This coursework may not be accepted if older than 10 years.
  • To determine if you are eligible for grants (e.g. TEACH), scholarships and financial aid, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid's website for information relating to options available for graduate students.  View the Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program to see whether you qualify.
  • Based on the program of study, many students complete the program in four semesters (Summer - Fall - Spring - Summer).
  • Many courses are online. During Fall and Spring, all face-to-face courses are in the evenings, so teacher candidates can be at their school site during the day.
  • Information regarding current tuition and fees can be found by visiting the Tuition and Fees page of the Bursar's office.
  • Many students take roughly 9 credits each of four semesters (Summer - Fall - Spring - Summer).
  • No, the GRE is not required for admission to this program.
  • Yes, the MAT program does not require an undergraduate degree in education, mathematics, or science as an admission requirement.
  • No, you do not need a valid teaching certificate in order to be accepted into the program. If you have a current teaching certificate, you might consider the MEd or EdS degrees