Apply to Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

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• Required Application Materials
• Required Test Scores for Admission
• Pre-requisite Courses (Transcript Analysis)
• Required Scores for CLEP Examination
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MAT Options

The following options are available for MAT:

• Elementary Education (grades 1-6)
• Secondary Education (grades 7-12): biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, physics, or social studies
• Secondary Education (grades PK-12): art, French, music (vocal or instrumental), or Spanish

Priority Application Deadlines

Please note the priority deadlines below. After these dates, at the discretion of the department, applications will continue to be reviewed on a space-available basis. If you have any questions regarding available admission spots, please contact the Office of Graduate Admission at 410-617-5020.

The MAT program is not available to international applicants.  A Form I-20 cannot be issued for this program. 

Full-time One-Year MAT Deadlines

Part-Time MAT Deadlines

Combined B.A./B.S.-MAT (5th Year Option for Loyola students)

The following documents are waived for 5th year applicants:

• Essay
• Letter of recommendation
• Resume
• Application fee

See the BA/BS MAT FAQs.

Important Licensure Information

Loyola University Maryland offers several programs leading to professional licensure within the State of Maryland. States and other jurisdictions vary in what professions they require to be licensed and the requirements for licensure within their borders. Loyola University Maryland programs are designed to prepare students to apply for licensure exams in the state of Maryland. Students planning to become licensed in another state other than Maryland should contact the licensing agency for that state or jurisdiction to determine the appropriate requirements of the state-specific licensing board.

Apply to Loyola's MAT Program

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Required Supplemental Materials

In addition to the application form, you must submit the following:

Required Test Entry Scores only for applicants with an Overall GPA below a 3.0

A test score is required for applicants with an overall GPA below 3.0 on their most recently earned degree (this requirement will be waived if the Office of Graduate Admission receives an official transcript showing the overall GPA is a 3.0 or higher). The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) requires qualifying scores from one of the following tests: Praxis, GRE, ACT or SAT. See the list of accepted scores below.

For SAT results, call College Board 866-756-7346 to request an archive copy. Request that the copy is sent to your home address and then send a copy to the Office of Graduate Admission, 2034 Greenspring Drive, Timonium, MD 21093. 

If you wish to take all three computer-delivered Core Academic Skills for Educators exams (5712, 5722,5732) at the same time, select Core Academic Skills for Educators Combined Test (5751) when registering. Loyola's institution code is RA5370. Additional information about the Praxis Core exam may be found on the MSDE website. Qualifying scores on the Praxis 1 (taken prior to Sept 1, 2014), SAT, ACT or GRE tests may be substituted for the Praxis Core exam requirement for MAT applicants as follows:

*Composite scores must come from exams taken in the same calendar year.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that a completed application and all supplemental materials are received by the application deadline. Supplemental materials, once received, become the property of Loyola University Maryland and cannot be returned.

We strongly recommend that all applicants have their schools send us official e-transcripts if possible. If your school uses an automated transcript request service, select “Loyola University Maryland” as the receiving institution, and be sure to select “Graduate” or “Graduate Admission” as the receiving office. If your school does not use an automated transcript request service but will still send an official transcript on your behalf via email, have your school send your transcript to graduate@loyola.edu.

If your school is unable to provide electronic transcripts of any kind, your transcripts must be sent to us by mail in envelopes sealed by the school. Our mailing address can be found on the Graduate Admission webpage.

Double Greyhound Alumni Discount

A 15% tuition discount is now available to Loyola alumni admitted to the MAT program.

Learn more about the Double Greyhound Discount

Additional Application Information

It is the policy of departmental admission committees to give promising applicants the opportunity to undertake graduate work. A careful examination of an applicant's academic and professional qualifications precedes every admission decision. The committees look for previous academic achievement by considering an applicant's undergraduate and graduate records. Work experience is assessed through the presentation of a resume or vitae and professional references.

Applicants accepted for graduate study will be advised in writing. At the time of admission, individuals will be informed of any courses for which they have qualified for advanced standing and/or additional courses or prerequisites requiring completion before commencing their graduate studies. A program advisor who assists in planning a program of study will be assigned, and students are responsible for discussing any special needs they may have with their advisor.

Prerequisite Courses (Transcript Analysis)

A transcript analysis determines the content area prerequisites you may be required to complete in addition to the MAT program coursework. A full list of required prerequisites courses can be found on the elementary or secondary education program pages. Students missing no more than three prerequisite courses may be admitted conditionally to the part-time program.  These courses are taken outside of Loyola and must be completed by the end of  your second semester.  Students are encouraged to take the courses at your local community college.

Master of Arts in Teaching candidates may submit acceptable College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) scores to satisfy up to 6 prerequisite credits. Exams may not duplicate courses on candidates transcripts.

Non-Discrimination

Loyola University Maryland does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other legally protected classification in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to admission or employment. The designated compliance officer to ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, is David Tiscione, Director of Title IX, Compliance, and Assessment, 105 Jenkins Hall, 410-617-5171, dmtiscione@loyola.edu. Loyola University is authorized under Federal Law to enroll non-immigrant, alien students. This publication does not constitute an express or implied contract. Loyola reserves the right to amend or rescind this publication at any time.

Title IX

For information about the Title IX Grievance Process, see the Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Procedures for Students and for Employees.

To report any Sexual Harassment or any form of sexual misconduct or related behaviors, please contact any of the Title IX Coordinators.

Accessibility Accommodations

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Office of Graduate Admission at graduate@loyola.edu or 410-617-5020.