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Applicants to the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program must demonstrate content knowledge in the subject area(s) for which they are seeking endorsement. All documentation will be reviewed by program faculty and is subject to approval. 

Option 1: Passing Score on a TSPC-Approved Content Exam

Pass the (NES or Praxis) aligned to desired endorsement area(s) listed below. 

• Elementary Education (NES Subtests I & II, and Praxis Multiple Subjects with 4 subtests) 
• English Language Arts
• Social Studies     
• Foundational Mathematics
• Advanced Mathematics    
• Integrated Science
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics

Option 2: Degree in a Related Field 

Hold a bachelor’s or graduate degree from an accredited institution in a field closely aligned with the endorsement area as indicated in the table below. The degree must include: 

• At least 30 semester credits or 45 quarter credits of content-specific coursework aligned with the endorsement standards (subject to faculty approval) 

Option 3: Coursework Equivalency 

Applicants without a degree in the endorsement area may still qualify by demonstrating:

• At least 30 semester credits or 45 quarter credits of coursework aligned with the endorsement standards (see first and third columns in the table below).
  • All coursework must be completed with a grade of C or higher and must not be remedial. 

Coursework equivalency may be demonstrated through successful completion of a TSPC-approved in the relevant endorsement area(s), pending faculty review and approval. 

Option 4: Alternative Demonstration of Content Knowledge

Applicants who do not meet the above criteria may be eligible to demonstrate content knowledge through a combination of coursework and other TSPC-approved measures. Please contact the Graduate Student Recruitment Coordinator for guidance on this option. 

*A course is generally defined as at least 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours.