Master of Arts in Teaching Dickinson State University Skip to main navigation Skip to footer content Master of Arts in Teaching In this section: The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) prepares highly qualified mid-career professionals and recent higher ed. graduates as secondary school teachers. The program is designed for individuals without teaching credentials but who have successfully completed a baccalaureate degree and wish to become a teacher in an expeditious fashion. The MAT is not an advanced credential for practicing teachers but rather a graduate pathway to teacher licensure. Loading... Create an admissions account and complete he application for admission. After you create your admissions account , you can log in to complete the application for admission. There is a non-refundable $35.00 application-processing fee. You can pay by credit card, in-person, or by check. For questions or assistance, contact the Office of Admissions at dsu.hawk@dickinsonstate.edu 701-502-4390 , or (800) 279-HAWK Note: DSU graduate programs are primarily online classes and do not support the F1 student visa process. Transcripts Official transcripts from all institutions attended. One transcript must show you were awarded a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. The Admissions Office must have official transcripts (transcripts having an appropriate seal or stamp) of all your previous undergraduate and graduate records for your application to be considered complete. A regionally accredited institution must grant the bachelor's degree. You must have an overall undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale to attain full standing in the program. If you have a graduate degree, you may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent. If you’ve taken any graduate course, the graduate GPA must be at least 3.0. You must have adequate preparation in the field relevant to the degree being sought and must show potential to undertake advanced study and research as evidenced by academic performance and experience. Personal statement A written statement of professional goals in light of your philosophy including a description of your preparation in the field of education. Your completed application will be forwarded to the School of Education, and you will receive communication about how to schedule a time to speak with an advisor and enroll in classes. The Master of Arts in Teaching is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Graduate Studies Director Dr. Joan Oigawa Aus Joan.aus@dickinonstate.edu 701-502-4339