Elementary Education

Master of Arts in Teaching

The M.A.T. in Elementary Education*, an NCATE accredited program that focuses on the education of second through sixth-graders, is designed for those who want to teach elementary school children and have undergraduate degrees in non-education disciplines. The program combines academic work and a variety of experiences in public elementary schools.

Successful completion of the M.A.T. program requirements leads to recommendation for teaching certification/licensure in grades 2 – 6 in South Carolina, in addition to a master's degree. The State of South Carolina has reciprocal licensure agreements with many State Departments of Education across the United States. Teacher Education Program requirements are described in detail in a candidate information packet. This packet is sent to the candidate prior to meeting with an advisor to complete a program of study.

 

Official Praxis Core Score or GRE requirement waived for Summer 2023 applicants

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! Apply by April 17 via Graduate Application below.

 

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