A degree which leads to initial certification and Master of Arts in Teaching in:

• Elementary Education(grades 1-5)
• Secondary Education (grades 7-12)
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Social studies
• Art Education (grades k-12)
• Health &Physical Education (grades k-12)
• Music education (grades k-12)
• Foreign Language (grades k-12)

Master of Arts in Teaching- General & Special Education Mild/Moderate
A degree which leads to initial dual-certification and Master of Arts in Teaching in:

• Elementary Education (grades 1-5)
• Middle School (grades 4-8)
  • English/language arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social studies
• Secondary Education (grades 7-12)
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Social studies

MAT Requirements

• Two professional references
• 2.5 GPA
• GRE score of 800 or revised GRE score of 280 (verbal and math combined) OR a 380 on the Miller Analogies Test
• Must Pass Praxis I (Pre-professional Skills Test)
  • Mathematics, Reading, and Writing
  • Candidates are exempted from Praxis I if they have an advance degree, score a 22 on ACT, or score a 1030 on SAT.
  • Must Pass Praxis II (content exam)
  • All applicants must be health cleared through Student Health Services prior to registration http://www.xula.edu/student-health/