Through the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program at 91¿´Æ¬Íø, students can obtain both a master’s degree and Illinois teacher licensure simultaneously. The MAT entitles graduates for state-accredited initial teaching licensure focused on one of the following areas:
- Elementary grades 1-5
- Secondary grades 9-12: mathematics, English, history, chemistry, biology, physics
- PK-12: visual arts, music, Spanish, French
The MAT Program includes two options:
- , for individuals who seek to earn their BA in relevant content area for teaching (any content area for Elementary) and their subsequent MAT/teaching licensure at 91¿´Æ¬Íø
- , for individuals seeking licensure who have completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree at another institution (with a major in an area of study offered by 91¿´Æ¬Íø) or at 91¿´Æ¬Íø
The MAT program is not appropriate for teachers who are already licensed to teach in PK-12 schools.