Overview

The Master of Teaching - Social Studies (Secondary) at North Carolina State University in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction prepares teachers to teach secondary social studies including history, political science, government, civics, geography, and behavioral sciences.

The program results in licensure in grades 9-12 and focuses on a combination of social studies subject matter and pedagogy related to preparing young people for the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in the United States.

Key facts

The MAT to teach secondary social studies is offered to those who hold a bachelor’s degree in a social science (economics, geography, history, political science, psychology or sociology) or 24 semester hours/credits with a minimum of one class from each of the following:

US History Pre 1865
US History Post 1865
Economics
Political Science
World History
History of a non-Western Culture
Geography

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Developing and Interpreting Assessment

Exploring Diversity in Classroom and Community

Classroom Action Research

Inquiry and Professional Development

Organization and Behavioral Management of Inclusive Classrooms

Teacher Leadership

Methods & Materials in Teaching Secondary Social Studies

Special Problems in Social Studies Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Raleigh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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General requirements

Online Application

Personal Statement

Three letters of recommendation

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Test Scores

Proof of English Proficiency

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university that holds regional accreditation from a recognized accrediting agency such as SACS

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35040 USD / year

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Out-of-State

35040 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

11360 USD / year

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