The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) online degree program is designed for college graduates in liberal arts, fine arts, and professional fields seeking teacher certification.
Our program includes professional education courses, clinical experiences, and student teaching to prepare individuals for teaching specific content areas in grades PreK-Adult, 5-Adult, or 9-Adult.
Explore our online MAT degree programs for a flexible path to earning your teaching credentials.
- Find out which of our academic programs is right for you.
- Meet some of our current students and hear about their favorite Marshall moments.
- Receive invitations to special events for future students.
- Get help with the application and enrollment process.
Dedicated support from faculty advisors to guide students through certification requirements.
Prepares graduates for teacher certification in West Virginia, with guidance on meeting state requirements.
Choose from the following focus areas: Art Education, Music Education, Wellness, English, Mathematics, General Science, Social Studies, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Graduates with a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) from Marshall University can pursue careers as K-12 teachers, special education instructors, and curriculum developers.
This degree also opens doors to roles such as educational consultants, instructional coordinators, and program directors in various educational settings.
Additionally, it provides a strong foundation for leadership positions like school administration.
- Adult education instructor
- Curriculum developer
- Educational consultant
- Educational program director
- Instructional coordinator
- K-12 classroom teacher