Overview

The Master of Science for Teachers (MST) Program at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (NMT) was initiated in 1969 at the urging of then Governor of New Mexico, Jack Campbell. Governor Campbell recognized a serious need to improve precollege science and mathematics instruction in the state. He suggested a summer program of graduate level science and mathematics courses for high school teachers. NMT was approached for the program because of its recognized leadership in the fields of science and technology.

Teacher enhancement - Training of teachers in the mathematics and science content areas will enrich the classroom experience of students, with the expectation of increased math and science literacy of all students and increased student interest in math and science careers. This is especially true for pre-college and Advanced Placement curricula as MST courses emphasize current and updated information and teaching methods. Importantly, NMT faculty follow-up permits continued MST student and faculty interaction, thus sustaining and reinforcing concepts and information delivered during MST coursework. MST graduates have traditionally continued taking NMT courses as a means of staying up-to-date on advances in STEM.

MST Program Objectives

To enhance the development of dynamic learning communities comprised of university faculty, MST students, and students of MST students.
To provide current, applicable Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) content to MST students, consistent with principles of effective practice in facilitating adult learning including the promotion of collaborative spirit among NMT faculty, students, and STEM professionals; the respect of students' uniqueness and separateness; provision of opportunities for the systemic and altering process of exploration and investigation, i.e. reflection on action, more exploration and investigation, more reflection on action; and last, the encouragement of self-directed learning that considers alternate ways of thinking, learning, and assessment.

To enhance classroom teaching and learning through the acquisition of in-depth STEM content knowledge and mastery of successful, effective pedagogical strategies and approaches.
To enhance the development of the abilities of MST students to apply vertically integrated curriculum through utilization of national teaching and content standards and Advanced Placement, thus contributing to the development of the educational pipeline carrying students to STEM careers.
To provide research opportunities for teacher-participants and their students in collaboration with university faculty.
To provide distance learning opportunities via webcasting and frequent on-line interaction between university faculty, teacher-participants, and their students.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology
Chemistry
Geology
Mathematics
Physics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

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More details

We accept and review applications throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The following are required for graduate applications:

Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Unofficial GRE scores
Unofficial TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students whose first language is not English. English Language Requirements
Recommendations letters (three)
Statement of Purpose
Resume

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Tuition Fee

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International

28022 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28022 USD per year during 24 months.
National

28022 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28022 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

9548 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9548 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Socorro

845 - 1320 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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