The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) is an intensive experience for the exceptional graduate student who has both academic preparation in the content area taught in the public schools and significant life experience. The program integrates course work and field experiences to meet Alaska and national teacher education standards. Graduates of the MAT program are prepared to become professional educators who are:
- Excited about teaching and learning in K-12 classrooms.
- Committed to a life of thoughtful practice.
- Dedicated to working with all children, their families, and support personnel.
- Knowledgeable in the appropriate subject matter and skilled in how to teach it.
- Committed to the highest standards of professional ethics.
Applicants for the MAT degree must meet subject area requirements for a certification endorsement. Approved teaching endorsement areas for the MAT are:
Note: Applications to the MAT and supporting documentation are due October 1, 2007 (for spring admission) or March 3, 2008 (for summer admission).
Fall application: Cohort groups will be admitted by December 1, 200 and coursework for those students begins January 2008 and ends June 2009.
Spring application: Cohort groups will be admitted by May 1, 2008 and coursework for those students begins late May 2008 and ends June 2009.
Successful candidates are recommended for teacher certification at the end of the program and graduate with a Master of Arts in Teaching. For more information about these program options, feel free to contact us using one of the methods below:
Information Packets and Applications - Application for Admission Word PDF
- MAT Program Handbook 2007-2008 Word PDF only
- MAT Standards Based Assessments and Learning Portfolio Handbook 2006-2007 Word PDF
Contact Us Email:
mat@uaa.alaska.edu Professional Studies Building, Room 220
Phone: 907-786-4481
Fax: 907-786-4460
Office hours
Mon-Fri: 8am–5pm
