Education
About the Program
Teach the Future Generation
Are you looking for a career change? The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Education is designed for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a content-related field who want to earn both T-5 level teacher certification and a master’s degree. You can choose from certification options in Middle Grades (grades 4-8); Secondary Biology, Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, English Language Arts, History, Mathematics, or Physics (grades 6-12); or Computer Science (grades P-12).
Certification Options
Middle Grades Education (Grades 4–8)
Prepare to teach core subjects in upper elementary and middle school classrooms.
Secondary Education (Grades 6–12)
Specialize in one of the following fields: Biology, Chemistry, Earth/Space Science, English Language Arts, History, Mathematics, or Physics.
Computer Science Education (Grades P–12)
Equip students with essential computing and programming skills across grade levels.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
32 Hours
Delivery Format:
Online
Completion Time:
2 years
Academic Unit:
Department of Teacher Education, Leadership, and Counseling
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Earn teacher certification and a master’s degree in one program
- Approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC)
- Multiple certification areas: middle grades, secondary, or P–12 computer science
- Blend of professional studies, pedagogy, and clinical practice
- Dedicated faculty mentors and individualized transcript evaluations for content requirements
What Can You Do With This Degree?
Explore job trends, average salaries, and growing opportunities so you can see how your degree connects to meaningful career pathways and the future of your field.
Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
This program has specific admission requirements. These requirements are available in our catalog.
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Out-of-state Student Information
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
