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Master of Arts in Teaching

MAT Program Overview

The Willamette University Graduate School of Education offers full-time (10-month), extended (18-month) and online extended (18-month) Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree programs for the preparation of pre-school through high school teachers. In most cases, candidates will qualify for two teaching levels upon completion of any program.

• K-8 authorization: early childhood, elementary and middle school
• Secondary authorization: middle and high school

MAT Program Benefits

• Wide range of teaching endorsements (subject areas)
• Year-long field research to advance educational profession
• Full-time, extended and online options
• Practical hands-on experience in a real classroom through student teaching experiences
• Multiple site options for student teaching

Becoming a Teacher

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Next Steps

• Request information about the MAT program
• Attend an Information Session
• Start or continue your MAT application now