Social Studies Education, M.A.T. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

The Georgia State University Social Studies Education M.A.T. program is designed for students who hold a bachelor's degree and seek an initial teaching certification in Secondary Social Studies, grades 6-12. This program leads to a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) and a clear and renewable (T5) Induction Certificate in Georgia. Social studies educators teach learners intellectual skills and knowledge across the history, geography, political science and economic content areas.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Department: Middle and Secondary Education | Duration: A minimum of 36 semester hours is required to receive your degree | Study mode: full-time | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Social Studies Education provides initial teacher preparation for individuals holding bachelor’s degrees in history or one or more of the social sciences. This degree can be completed in 36 hours or four to five semesters. For complete degree requirements, visit the catalog.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Select concentration in: Economics History Political Science When applying to the Social Studies 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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