UACM Elementary Education Certification, ESOL Endorsement and Master’s Program, M.A.T. at Georgia State University

Programme overview

Georgia State University's UACM Elementary Education Certification, ESOL Endorsement and Master’s Program, M.A.T. is an exciting alternative teaching certification and master's degree program that celebrates urban education of elementary school students (pre-kindergarten through 5th grades). Each year, up to 25 master’s degree students are accepted into a new cohort. This program promotes the success of elementary students taught in urban schools through the development of competent, equity-oriented, caring, empowered teachers who are change agents inside and outside the classroom.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Department: Early Childhood and Elementary Education | Duration: Minimum of 36 semester hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

This initial certification and master’s degree program for the major in Elementary Education prepares teachers of young children (Pre-K through 5th grade) to teach in an urban environment. The program is designed for people who already hold a baccalaureate or higher degree and want to teach in an urban elementary school. This degree can be completed in 36 credit hours or five to six semesters. For complete degree requirements, visit the catalog.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

When applying to the Elementary Education, M.A.T. program, you will need to submit several documents for review. Online Application Goals Statement (upload with the application) Resume (upload with the application) Two Letters of Recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application) Official Transcript: Minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA required for admission. Submit official transcripts with earned bachelor’s degree and master’s degree either 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 the Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment or information and how to register for the assessment. Please Note: Interviews will be conducted by department faculty — you will be notified if you are selected for an interview.

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.

Duration: Minimum of 36 semester hours

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

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