Secondary Education (MAT)
Teach your passion. Empower the next generation.
Mary Baldwin University’s Master of Arts in Teaching: Secondary Education (6–12) prepares individuals with a bachelor’s degree to become licensed educators in middle and high school classrooms. The program combines in-depth content knowledge with research-based teaching strategies, classroom management, and adolescent development. With focused coursework, guided field experiences, and a full semester of student teaching, graduates are ready to lead in subject areas like English, mathematics, science, or history and social sciences.
- Time to Completion2 years
- Degree(s)Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
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Why pursue your MAT in Secondary Education at Mary Baldwin University?
Teaching at the secondary level means helping students dive deeper into ideas, sharpen their skills, and discover their future paths. MBU’s MAT in Secondary Education equips you to lead with expertise, empathy, and confidence. Our program is designed for aspiring teachers who are passionate about their subject and want to make a meaningful impact in grades 6–12.
Here’s why students choose MBU:
- Flexible course delivery with online and hybrid options
- Dedicated faculty with real-world secondary teaching experience
- A strong emphasis on content-area mastery and evidence-based instructional methods
- Preparation for Virginia teaching licensure in your chosen discipline
Whether you’re pursuing a new career or building on past experience, MBU gives you the tools to succeed—and to help your students do the same.
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Endorsements
At Mary Baldwin, we offer the a number of endorsements with the MAT degree. See the course requirements below:
- Elementary Education (PK-6)
- Special Education, General Curriculum (K-12)
- English as a Second Language (K-12)
- Middle Education (6-8): Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History & Social Science
- Secondary Education (6–12): History & Social Science, English, Mathematics
Flexibility & Convenience
With all courses available online, you can complete coursework on your schedule. Some of our students power through the entire program in just two years, while for others, the MAT program is a part-time pursuit along with their career and home life. We’re here to make a career in teaching work for you.
Note: You must have a bachelor’s degree to apply to the MAT program.
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“Although you can never be 100% prepared for your first day of teaching, I felt as though MBU gave me the experience I needed to feel confident and ready.”
Janell Chavis BA ’19, MAT ’20, kindergarten teacher in Richmond
Practical Preparation with Experienced Educators
The master of arts in teaching offers lessons for enriched classroom teaching by combining liberal arts and professional studies. Graduate faculty teach alongside classroom teachers who serve as teaching partners, providing MAT students with hands-on experience in the classroom. Students actively assist in classrooms with 140 hours of practicum experience before their final student teaching assignments, to learn the culture and workings of schools and classrooms firsthand.
Outstanding Outcomes and Opportunities
MBU’s reputation for producing exceptionally qualified teachers means that an MAT from MBU translates into a career.
MBU is committed to training teachers for every student, no matter their financial or geographic situation. That’s why an average of 92% of Teacher Program graduates are in one of Virginia’s Top Ten Critical Shortage Areas.
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Our Faculty
Our program’s faculty is made up of passionate educators eager to share their insights and expertise. With their one-on-one support, you’ll graduate ready to tackle any challenges you face with confidence and competence.
Cost & Financial Aid
A great education is worth it. Our mission is to help you level up and bring your aspirations to life.
Some applicants to the MAT program are eligible for the Kitty Green and Hobart Jones Scholarship for Inquiry Teaching and Cooperative Learning, a scholarship for MAT students who are looking to change careers after five years outside the field of education, display a passion for inquiry-based and cooperative learning in public schools, intend to teach in PK-8 grades, and demonstrate financial need.