The initial license option of the MAT Middle School Mathematics program is designed for those seeking to obtain initial license to teach middle school mathematics (5-8) in conjunction with their master’s degree.
Admission Requirements
Additional Admission Requirements
Applicants for the MAT Middle School Mathematics program are exempt from having to take either the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT).
Complete, official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended.
Program Requirements
All candidates must
- pass the Communication and Literacy MTEL prior to admission
- complete a minimum of 42 credit hours of graduate course work (described below)
- pass the Middle School Mathematics MTEL by the time 15 credits of mathematics courses in the program have been completed
Students who have not completed a course in Adolescent Psychology prior to enrolling in the program will be required to complete such a course prior to enrolling in the practicum. The course may be taken at either the graduate or undergraduate level and will not count towards the credits required for degree.
Upon acceptance into the program, you will complete a tentative Plan of Study in consultation with the program coordinator. You must request that any transfer credits be considered at this time. PLEASE NOTE THAT NO MORE THAN THREE COURSES TAKEN AT SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY BEFORE ADMISSION CAN BE COUNTED TOWARDS THIS PROGRAM. You should meet regularly with the program coordinator to discuss your progress and revise your plan of study as needed.
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