English Education, M.A.T. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Inspire young minds through stories, language, and the power of expression. If you love literature, writing and meaningful conversations—and you want to make a difference in students’ lives—our Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in English Education at Georgia State University is made for you.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Department: Middle and Secondary Education | Duration: Minimum of 36 semester hours | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall: March 15 Spring: October 15 Summer: March 15 | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in English Education provides initial teacher preparation for individuals holding bachelor’s degrees in English. This degree is 36 credit hours and can be completed in four to five semesters. Learn by Doing You won’t just study teaching, you’ll practice it. You’ll gain meaningful classroom experience through: Field placements in local middle and high schools Mentored student teaching with experienced educators Faculty and peer support as you plan lessons, assess learning, and reflect on your growth Field Placement Experience In the final semesters of the program, students conduct field experiences in the metro Atlanta area where students will see the...

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Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the English Education, M.A.T. program, you will need to submit several documents for review. Online Application Application Fee of $50 Goals Statement (upload with the application) Resume (upload with the application) Two Letters of Recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application) Official Transcript: Minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA required for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree electronically to [email protected] or by mailing directly to Georgia State University, Office of Graduate Admissions, P.O. Box 4018, Atlanta, GA 30302. To meet certification requirements in Georgia, you will also need to complete the Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment prior to program admission. Visit Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment for information and how to register for the assessment.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive MBA and Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100; graduate re-entry: $25. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://education.gsu.edu/admissions/graduate/

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