The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Education at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ is designed for individuals holding a bachelor’s degree in a non-education field who seek initial teacher certification for grades 6–12. This program combines rigorous coursework with meaningful field experiences to prepare you for a successful teaching career in middle and high schools.
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Program Overview
The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Education at the Silverfield College of Education and Human Services is a fully online graduate program designed specifically for individuals holding a bachelor’s degree in a non-education field who want to transition into teaching grades 6 through 12. This flexible program allows students to continue working while earning the education and certification necessary to become licensed secondary educators in Florida.
The program requires 30 credit hours for most concentrations, with a 33-credit-hour requirement for the English/ESOL concentration. It combines rigorous coursework with practical field experiences, providing students with the pedagogical knowledge and classroom skills essential for effective teaching. Students have the option to specialize in concentrations such as Biology, Chemistry, English/ESOL, Mathematics, Physics, and Social Studies, tailoring their studies to align with their academic background and career goals.
Graduates complete the program not only with a master’s degree but also eligibility for Florida’s initial teacher certification, fully prepared to make a meaningful impact in secondary education. The program’s online format and strong faculty support make it an ideal choice for career changers and aspiring educators seeking a flexible, comprehensive pathway into teaching.
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Admissions Requirements
The below Program Requirements, University Requirements, and International Applicant Requirements*, if applicable, must be submitted no later than the deadline posted above. Incomplete applications or those with required materials post-marked after the deadline are subject to cancellation. Once an application has been canceled, the decision cannot be reversed.
*International students must be fully admitted to a full-time, on-campus, in-person, degree-seeking program at the ³ÉÈË´óƬ. Please contact the International Center for more information.
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University Requirements
University Requirements
Application and Fee
Prospective students are required to use our online system to create an account and submit an application. The application opens approximately one year in advance and is only good for the term and program in which it is submitted. Applicants who have submitted their application and wish to change their admission term or major/concentration may submit a new application and associated application fee. If you would like to cancel an open application, please contact us.
A $30 (USD) application fee is required regardless of previous enrollment. The application fee is non-refundable and cannot be waived. Undergraduate application fees cannot be used for a graduate application, and vise versa. The application fee must be submitted prior to the review of an application.
Current students who would like to add or change a major, concentration or certificate should submit the Change of Concentration or Major form.
College Transcripts
All applicants must provide transcripts from a U.S. institution accredited by an accepted institutional accreditor or its equivalent from a non-US institution that awarded the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree, if applicable, and transcripts from institutions where any post-baccalaureate and/or graduate credits were earned.
All admits must provide official transcripts.
All international transcripts will require a course-by-course evaluation by an approved third-party credential evaluation agency unless a graduate program has established an alternative credential evaluation procedure that is approved by the graduate school. To be accepted, the evaluation must be:
- Translated to English and be the U.S. equivalent
- Evaluated course-by-course
- Include the overall academic GPA
- Be from an . Recommended evaluation agencies:
- SpanTran. They have created a custom application for ³ÉÈË´óƬthat will make sure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application through the portal.
Important Notes
- The ³ÉÈË´óƬGraduate School cannot request transcripts on an applicants behalf.
- Unofficial transcript copies are accepted for admissions but must clearly state the institution name, student name, course information, terms, grades, and credits. Degree audits are not accepted. Admitted students will be prompted to provide official transcripts.
- If currently enrolled in courses, an incomplete transcript must be submitted before the posted deadline.
- Applicants who also have to apply through systems such as ATCAS or PTCAS, must submit separate transcripts to UNF.
- Official transcripts must:
- Must be less than one year old from the date of printing
- Must be submitted in a sealed envelope from your institution, or emailed through official electronic means.
- When requesting college transcripts, please verify with your institution(s) whether or not they are able to submit electronic transcripts in the proper EDI format. Institutions can submit transcripts via e-mail to graduateschool@unf.edu from an approved vendor such as ScriptSafe, Credentials, or Parchment.
- Former or current ³ÉÈË´óƬstudents should not request ³ÉÈË´óƬtranscripts. After application submission, the ³ÉÈË´óƬrequirement will be updated to a "waived" status.
Where do I send transcripts and test scores?
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Jacksonville, FL 32224Email
Test Score Institutional Codes
GRE: institutional code 5490
GMAT: institutional code CF3QB51 -
Program Specific Requirements
Program Requirements
Specific Requirements
- Resume
- Letter of intent
- Maximum of 250 words
- Describe reasons for
- Interest into the program;
- Topics and areas of interest; and
- Goals after completion of degree
- Certification
- Passing score on the Subject Area Exam of the in one of the following areas:
- 6-12 Biology
- 6-12 Chemistry
- 6-12 Physics
- 6-12 Mathematics
- 6-12 Social Science
- 6-12 English
- Passing score on the Subject Area Exam of the in one of the following areas:
- Three recommendation letters
- Should speak to your qualifications for success in graduate school
- In addition to the rating form, letters must be submitted on official letterhead (if applicable) and must have an original signature (electronic signatures are not acceptable)
- Letters from relatives will not be acceptable
This is NOT a program for individuals who already have their U.S. education/teaching state licensure or certification.