Admission to the Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) Programs

Admissions Criteria

All applicants must evidence that they possess the intellectual, professional, and social qualities necessary for successful completion of the

1. Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university;

   Prerequisite: Applicants may be required to take up to 9 hours of education coursework at the undergraduate level or be alternatively certified through the State of Texas. If the applicant does not meet this prerequisite, the Director of the Master’s Programs in Education will assist the student in choosing 9 hours of undergraduate leveling courses. Students taking leveling courses are not officially admitted into the Master’s program and are considered non-degree seeking until they complete these 9 hours with a grade of “A” or “B.” The student must reapply as degree seeking before beginning all graduate level coursework.

2. Three letters of recommendation showing the applicant is motivated to achieve, has the capacity to contribute to the learning process, will bring real life experience to the program, and will enhance the overall experience of other graduate students;
3. GRE score of 291 or greater (combined score on verbal and quantitative) or a GPA of 3.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale (last 60 hours or overall). Minimum scores are subject to change upon revision to graduate admissions tests;
4. A current resume or vita to assess professional and academic preparation for graduate studies;
5. Writing sample administered on campus as a demonstration of English proficiency, critical thinking and analytical writing skills;

Additional Admissions Criteria for Master of Education with Administration or Principal Certificate

1. Teacher service record showing two years’ experience minimum.
2. Evidence of strong teaching ability and leadership potential; e.g. PDAS scores, grants, research, projects in schools.

There is no probationary admission to the Master’s Programs in Education. Students who do not meet the 3.0 or the 900 GRE criteria may apply for admission to the M.Ed. program through a written qualifying examination and an interview with the M.Ed. faculty in order to demonstrate English proficiency, critical thinking and analytical writing skills.