Master of Arts in Teaching

You have a goal. Our convenient, accelerated program will get you there.

• Fast track to a new career in just 17 months
• Added value includes master’s degree and dual licensure
• Locked-in, per semester tuition rates
• Only one weekend a month required live (synchronous) meetings
• Flexible combination of in-person and online learning
• Cohort model builds a supportive, close-knit learning community

In Carroll University’s MAT program, you’ll study the role of education and schooling in society, learn about developmental psychology and gain the tools needed to be an effective and culturally relevant teacher who is capable of teaching multiple subjects. As a dually-certified candidate, you’ll gain a broader awareness and understanding of school structures, processes and community organizations that support each and every student. You’ll learn innovative, inclusive and equitable approaches, including effective practices that align with research-based models to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of all learners.

Elementary and Special Education

You'll graduate prepared to teach grades K-9 (general education) or grades K-12 (special education).

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Secondary and Special Education

Carroll offers licensure categories in seven secondary content areas. If you hold a bachelor's degree in one of these or a related area, or pass the appropriate Praxis II exam, you'll graduate prepared to teach the specific subject and also be licensed as a K-12 special education teacher:

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• Art - (grades K-12)
• English and Language Arts - (grades 4-12)
• Mathematics - (grades 4-12)
• Physical Education - (grades K-12)
• Science - (grades 4-12)
• Social Studies - (grades 4-12)
• Spanish - (grades K-12)

*Subject Assessment required prior to admission

*Licensure can only be obtained by completing the graduate level program. Carroll does not offer additional licensure in these areas for teachers who already hold a teaching license.

Classes are held on the Carroll University campus once per month; Weekend classes are on Fridays from 5–9 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Our program recognizes that educators occupy a central and critical role in our many diverse, vibrant communities. At Carroll, you’ll benefit from a truly deep and experiential approach to this ever-changing field. We have the resources and partnerships to get your career off to a running start and the commitment to keep it moving forward.

We designed the MAT program to directly address the immediate needs of our school district partners. That means you’ll graduate with critical skills and qualifications in areas that are in high demand.

Carroll has a rich tradition of teaching excellence, and the exceptional quality of our teacher education program is recognized by teachers and administrators in area schools. MAT program candidates develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions to create learner-centered, inclusive environments. Small class sizes and a variety of classroom observational and student teaching experiences prepare teachers in their chosen licensure area.

Carroll University's cost per credit is one of the most competitive in our area. Carroll is committed to providing quality, competitively priced programs. We offer incentives to help you complete your Master of Arts in Teaching degree economically—with additional tuition awards available for current employees in partner school districts. Check out our tuition rates by following the link below. 

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