Overview

Our Program

The Bard College MAT Teaching is an intensive graduate teacher education program leading to a discipline-based master of arts in teaching degree and New York State Initial Teacher Certification in one of five subjects: biology, history, literature, mathematics, or Spanish. The Bard MAT responds to an urgent need for innovative education. This transformation requires teachers who can help secondary school students develop the thoughtful self-determination that builds from a genuine enthusiasm for learning.

All MAT students complete a substantive research Project in their academic discipline (Academic Research Project). The project is presented at a group symposium during the closing weeks of the Program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology

English/Literature

History

Mathematics

Spanish

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

The Bard MAT will begin reviewing completed applications in January of 2026 and admit students on a rolling basis through April, or until the cohort is full.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

60 credits for the two year program

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

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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120

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application form.

$65 application fee, payable by credit card or electronic debit via the application portal.

Personal statement of 500–600 words that demonstrates your commitment to graduate study and a career in teaching.

Résumé.

Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended for at least one academic year, regardless of whether credits were transferred to another institution or a degree was received. Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded online, but official transcripts are required and must be sent in sealed envelopes directly from the schools to the address below. Official digital transcripts may also be emailed directly from the issuing institution to mat@bard.edu. International applicants should consult with the MAT program admission office about submission of international transcripts.

Three letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

52551 USD / year

≈ 52551 USD / year
Out-of-State

52551 USD / year

≈ 52551 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

52551 USD / year

≈ 52551 USD / year

Additional Details

Two-Year Program $26,277 (year one)

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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

Our Program

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

Additional Details

Living costs

New York City

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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