M.A.T. Admission Requirements
Individuals holding a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution who wish to earn initial teacher certification in Connecticut may do so by enrolling in Western Connecticut State University’s Master of Arts in Teaching Program. Applicants are required to meet all current admissions criteria for teacher education programs as mandated by the State of Connecticut and the University. In addition, the candidate must meet the following requirements:
Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Education (Biology, Mathematics, or Spanish)
- Transcript evaluation and $75 fee
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (mailed)
- Combined Undergraduate GPA of at least 2.8 from all completed coursework
- If an applicant’s cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) is below 2.8, the applicant must present a score rated at the 35th percentile or higher on the Miller Analogies Test, as indicated below:
UNDERGRADUATE GPA Miller Analogies Test
REQUIRED SCORES
2.8 or higher M.A.T. not required
2.57 to 2.79 35th percentile
2.47 to 2.56 45th percentile
2.37 to 2.46 50th percentile
Below 2.37 60th percentile
- Completion of at least two undergraduate general education math courses with a grade of B or higher, as well as all content area courses to be determined by transcript evaluation
- Passing score on Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Tests and Praxis II Subject Assessment(s)
- Completed Application and $50 fee
- Immunization Records if born after Dec. 31, 1956
A review of the application will be completed by the M.A.T. Program Admissions Review Committee. Qualified applicants will then be invited to interview.
