Education
The purpose of the Graduate Program in Education is to:
- provide advanced preparation, theory, integration of faith and learning, and practical application.
- encourage candidates to solve professional problems by independent investigation through study and research.
- further develop the professional competencies attained in undergraduate programs.
I will give you knowledge, teaching you the way to go…
Psalm 32:8a
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
- 42-44 hours (This does not include any extra classes required from the transcript evaluation.)
- 14-month program that begins each June
Student enrolling in the spring or fall semester can complete the program in about a year and a half.
- Students complete two internships in varied settings
- Students have the option to complete and present a thesis in partial fulfillment of graduate requirements
- Upon successful completion of this program, graduates should be eligible for a teaching license in:
Master of Education
- Program available for practicing teachers or those who have completed an undergraduate teacher education program
- Emphases available:
Educational Specialist
- Degree provides opportunity for teachers and other education professionals to advance beyond the Master’s Degree
- Choose from one of two tracks:
Application Information
Students must submit a completed application form and all supplemental application requirements. For a convenient checklist of all application requirements click here.
Students may enroll up until classes start; however, students are encouraged to apply by the following priority deadlines in order to receive financial aid.
- Fall enrollment: June 1
- Spring enrollment: November 1
- Summer enrollment: April 1
For more information contact the Office of Graduate Enrollment:
1-800-LEE-9930
gradstudies@leeuniversity.edu
Accreditation
The Graduate Education Program is proudly accredited by NCATE.
