Teaching - Transition to Teaching Track, Master's
Program Overview
Master's Teaching - Transition to Teaching Track
Overview
Whether you’re a recent college graduate or a working professional, Wichita State’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program will help you gain the knowledge and practical skills vital to becoming a well-prepared, licensed teacher.
Admission to the Program
To be eligible for T2T, students must have:
- Completed at least a BA/BS degree (in the content field seeking licensure) from an accredited institution
- A minimum GPA of 2.750 in last 60 hours
- Received passing scores on the Praxis Subject Assessment exam
- Secured a teaching contract in an accredited Kansas school district
- Completed summer prerequisite education coursework
Curriculum
The Transition to Teaching (T2T) program is a two-year alternative licensure program that combines graduate coursework and full-time, paid teaching in an accredited school. The program is geared toward working professionals looking for a career change and more recent graduates wanting to teach.
Teaching candidates fulfill teacher licensure requirements in the first 29 credit hours (two years). Those who wish to earn the MAT degree must complete an additional seven credit hours of research in the third year.
Careers
A graduate degree from Wichita State’s College of Applied Studies will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to make a positive impact in the classroom—and on your career.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at Wichita State University is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to become licensed teachers. This program caters to both recent college graduates and working professionals who aspire to a career in teaching. The program is specifically designed to prepare individuals for teaching positions in Kansas schools.
Careers:
A graduate degree from Wichita State's College of Applied Studies, specifically the MAT program, aims to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and confidence to have a positive impact in the classroom and contribute to their career success.
Other:
- Program Focus: The MAT program is a two-year alternative licensure program known as the Transition to Teaching (T2T) track.
- Program Structure: The T2T program combines graduate coursework with full-time, paid teaching in accredited schools in Kansas. This structure makes it ideal for working professionals seeking a career change or recent graduates aiming for a teaching career.
- Curriculum: The program spans a total of 36 credit hours. The first 29 credit hours are dedicated to fulfilling teacher licensure requirements within two years. Students who wish to earn the MAT degree must complete an additional seven credit hours of research in the third year.
- Admission Requirements: To be eligible for the T2T program, students must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a completed Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in the content field they seek licensure.
- Possess a minimum GPA of 2.750 in their last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
- Achieve passing scores on the Praxis Subject Assessment exam.
- Secure a teaching contract with an accredited Kansas school district.
- Complete prerequisite education coursework during the summer.
- Applied Learning: Wichita State University emphasizes applied learning, integrating it into all degree programs. The MAT program ensures that students gain relevant skills and experience, making them workforce-ready before graduation.
