Overview

The M.A.T. in Teaching from Kennesaw State University focuses on content pedagogy coursework in a specific subject concentration (see below) along with supervised clinical experiences in public school placements. The programme is fully approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC).

You will choose from one of five concentrations within the Master of Arts in Teaching programme.

Elementary Education (P-5)

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Elementary Education is designed to prepare candidates with the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions needed to effectively meet the needs of all elementary students in a variety of educational settings across the state of Georgia.

At the completion of this degree, candidates will receive a MAT degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education and will be eligible for initial certification in P-5 Elementary Education.

The MAT in Elementary Education is offered fully online with in-person school field placements and is designed to be completed within four semesters, with enrollment in Summer.

This cross-disciplinary course places special emphasis on content studies in mathematics and reading to support the development of reading and mathematical skills of young learners.

Secondary English (6-12)

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary English concentration leads to teaching certification in English Language Arts grades 6-12. The programme is currently 15-18 months in length and enrolls in both spring and summer semesters.

What can you do with a Teaching degree?

A Master of Arts in Teaching degree can lead to various professional jobs such as:

High School Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Middle School Teacher

Elementary School Teacher

Superintendent

Standardized Test Developer

Educational Consultant

After-School Program Director

Homeschool Consultant

Recreation Director

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Teaching and Learning in the Digital Age

Teaching, Technology & Student Engagement

Methods and Materials for Teaching ESOL

Pedagogy for 21st Century P-5 Classrooms

Texts and Contexts in English Language Arts

Cultural Issues for ESOL Teachers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

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Spring: English, Mathematics, Science

Summer: English, Mathematics, Science, Special Education & TESOL

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-39, Varies by Concentration

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Kennesaw, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.

Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH college and/or university you have attended.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20142 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20142 USD / year

≈ 20142 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5454 USD / year

≈ 5454 USD / year

Living costs

Kennesaw

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Elementary Education (P-5)

Secondary English (6-12)

What can you do with a Teaching degree?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Kennesaw

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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