1. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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  4. MA Teaching - Special Education

MA Teaching - Special Education

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) allows students who have an undergraduate degree in areas other than education the opportunity to earn a master's degree, as well as gain certification to teach special education to students in kindergarten through age 21. Students can earn state licensure and a master's degree in just two years. The MAT program provides integrated coursework focused on diverse learners, as well as field experiences that require theoretical and practical knowledge application.

Program Key Stats

$15291 (Fees Per semester)



Eligibility Criteria


6.5

Additional Information & Requirements

Submission of all postsecondary academic transcripts, Successful completion of a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment, Minimum GPA of 2.50 for the last two years of the bachelor's degree program, Letter of intent, Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from an international institution that is officially recognized by that country, Submit college transcripts that show grades received in each subject each year, the name of the degree program in which you are enrolled and the dates of attendance, Applicants must also send a degree certificate or diploma, Complete online application, Pay the $40 application fee, English proficiency requirement:TOEFL: minimum score of 79, IELTS: minimum score of 6.5, PTE: minimum score 53, Duolingo: minimum score 110 no component score below 85, Submit financial documents, Submit any additional requirements listed by the program

Career Options

  • Special Education Teacher
  • Early Intervention Specialist
  • Special Education Advocate

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