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MAT Admission Requirements

Applicants seeking admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) program are required to submit the following to the Graduate School:

1. An application for graduate admission
2. Official copies of transcripts of all college work (undergraduate and graduate). An undergraduate grade average of “B” or better is required.
3. Official scores on the Miller Analogies Test or Graduate Record Exam
4. Three recommendations by individuals in relevant professional fields
5. In addition to materials required as part of the Graduate School application process, candidates for the M.A.T. program also must submit a letter of interest that describes their commitment to the teaching profession, recent experience working with teenagers, and their philosophy of teaching and learning – see below for fuller description and explanation

To ensure that candidates for the M.A.T. degree are aware of all of the expectations for high school teachers, applicants must have recent experiences in secondary education or related settings. Appropriate experiences may include substitute teaching, lateral entry employment or tutoring. For those candidates who lack related experiences, a minimum of three visits to an area high school must be arranged to assist the teacher of their content (Math, Science, English, Social Studies or Spanish) in a minimum of three mini-lessons.  A short reflection on that experience should be included in the application letter of interest.  Access to schools is sometimes difficult with security clearances,  so Watson School faculty encourage applicants to begin this process early in the semester they are making application. For questions about options for fulfilling this requirement, or for students who experience any difficulties in gaining access to a high school, please contact the MAT Initial Contact person.

Final selection is based upon consideration of academic record, Miller Analogy or GRE test scores, letter of application, and recommendations. An interview with a committee of Watson School of Education faculty and public school personnel also may be required.

APPLICATION DEADLINES: June 15th for fall admission, October 15th for spring, March 15th for summer.

Students who seek professional improvement or licensure renewal but do not intend to pursue a degree may register for graduate courses through procedures established for non–degree students. NOTE: Licensure requirements change, and requirements must be adjusted to accommodate new mandated competencies and guidelines.

If you were advised more than a year ago, but have not begun a program, we encourage you to have your transcripts reviewed in the office of Dr. Hank Weddington, Associate Dean for Academic Programs, Education Building 309, Watson School of Education, University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, NC 28403.

Initial Contact Information:
Dr. David Gill
gilld@uncw.edu
910-962-3369

Reviewing Transcripts
Dr. Hank Weddington
weddingtonh@uncw.edu
910-962-3361

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