Master of Arts in Teaching

• This program is for you if you want to earn a Master's degree and pursue teacher certification in one of the following areas:
  • Agriculture Grades 9-12
  • Art Grades K-12
  • Biology Grades 9-12
  • Business Grades 9-12
  • Chemistry Grades 9-12
  • Chinese Grades K-12
  • Earth Science Grades 9-12
  • English Grades 9-12
  • Family & Consumer Science Grades K-12
  • French Grades K-12
  • German Grades K-12
  • Language Arts Grades 5-9
  • Latin Grades K-12
  • Mathematics Grades 9-12
  • Mathematics Grades 5-9
  • Music Instrumental Grades K-12
  • Music Vocal/Choral Grades K-12
  • Physics Grades 9-12
  • Science Grades 5-9
  • Social Science Grades 9-12
  • Social Science Grades 5-9
  • Spanish Grades K-12
  • Speech & Theater Grades 9-12
• If you already have your teacher certification in Missouri or any other state, this is not the program for you. Refer to Missouri State’s other master programs options.
• Please note: the MAT program does not provide options in the following areas. Click on the subject area below to learn how to pursue teacher certification in these areas.
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Elementary Education
  • Physical Education
  • Special Education

The MAT program is flexible and convenient with distance learning options such as online coursework and Zoom classes.

1. Apply to GradCAS
   Documentation needed to complete the GradCAS application:

   • Resume
   • A personal statement
   • Transcripts
   • Three professional or academic references
2. Take the Missouri Content Assessment a.k.a. MoCA

1. Student will receive acknowledgement email from the MAT program
2. Academic advisor will complete a Transcript Analysis and Individualized Program of Study a.k.a. IPS
3. Student will receive written interview questions from academic advisor 
4. Student will complete written interview questions and submit answers to mat@missouristate.edu
5. Student will call Reading, Foundations and Technology office at 417-836-6769 to schedule personal interview with program coordinator
6. Student will interview with the program coordinator
7. Student will meet with academic advisor to discuss coursework based on IPS
8. Student will receive notification of acceptance decision

• Student will receive acceptance email from the MAT program
• Student will register for coursework based on IPS and advising instructions
• Student will complete MOVECHS FBI Fingerprinting 
• Student will pass the MoCA before beginning student teaching
• Student will be aware of upcoming compliance documentation requirements and fees associated with specific courses