Elevate your teaching career with MSU’s fully online Master of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum (MATC).
The Master of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum (MATC) is designed for beginning and experienced teachers alike, the majority of whom are teaching full time and all of whom are deeply committed to public education and teaching PK-12 students. Participation in the MATC program requires a deep, dual commitment to teachers’ learning as well as to students’ learning. Our program tailors coursework to meet our students’ individual interests while focusing on the program goals of:
- Engaging in critical inquiry
- Developing as accomplished teachers
- Becoming teacher leaders
We believe that teachers want to make a difference! Teachers in the MATC program are dedicated, dynamic professionals who not only desire to expand their knowledge and repertoires; they want to make a difference in their students’ lives and learning.
MATC students assume a variety of collaborative leadership roles and responsibilities in their schools, districts and beyond. They are a credit to Michigan State University and the teaching profession. Their strong commitment to improving their practice and students’ opportunities to learn in meaningful ways—coupled with our interest in helping teachers learn from theory, research, practice and each other—make the difference!
Why Choose MSU’s MATC Program
- Flexible Online Learning: The MATC is designed specifically for working educators. It is a fully online master’s degree program, offering you the flexibility to study from anywhere.
- Top-Ranked Program: Recognized as a top-ranked online master’s program in curriculum and instruction by U.S. News & World Report.
- Specialized Concentrations: Focus your study in a P-12 content area that aligns with your goals, including educational technology, educational psychology, K-12 administration, literacy and language instruction, socio-cultural perspectives, and more.
- Specializations & Endorsements: The MATC offers Graduate Specializations in Literacy and Language Instruction and K-12 English as a Second Language. Students are then eligible to take the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) and earn a teaching endorsement upon the completion of their degree
- Practical Application: Apply what you learn directly to your classroom and professional practice.
- Supportive Community: Benefit from one-on-one academic advisement and a strong network of peers and faculty.
Please note that the MATC program does not lead to initial teacher certification.
Application Deadlines
Join a community of educators dedicated to excellence. Apply for summer, fall, or spring:
- Fall: July 15
- Spring: November 1
- Summer: April 1
MATC Concentrations
MATC students can choose from several concentrations, with up to nine credits of study. They include:
1. educational technology,
2. educational psychology,
3. K-12 educational administration,
4. literacy and language instruction,
5. socio-cultural perspectives in teaching and learning,
6. science and mathematics education and
7. English language learner (ELL) or English as a second language (ESL).
The biggest advantage of the MATC program was that it allowed me to work abroad and, at the same time, earn a master’s degree from one of the most reputable colleges of education in the United States.
Engage in Critical Inquiry
Learn to ask and answer tough questions in education.
Develop as Accomplished Teachers
Expand your knowledge, skills and repertoire as an educator.
Become a Teacher Leader
Take action beyond the classroom.
Partnership with Rockford Public Schools
Nearly 20 K-12 teachers returned to the classroom as MATC students this year, supported by a new partnership between the College of Education and Rockford Public Schools.
Funded by the Michigan Department of Education “Grow Your Own” program, these educators joined the MATC program, allowing them to earn their master’s degrees, additional teaching endorsements, and new skills and specialty areas.
Our Program
By the Numbers
100%
Fully Online Program
20:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
30
Credits in Our Program
P-12
Studies Focus on All Grade Levels
Literacy & Language Specialization
Focusing on theory, research and education, this specialization is for students who wish to address issues of language and literacy development.
K-12 ESL Specialization
This is the first fully online specialization in the state focusing on teaching English as a second language (ESL).
Are you an MSU teaching intern?
The MATC program could be the next step in your education. Utilizing nine (9) of the credits that you earn through your internship, up to 30%* of the degree is already completed. That amounts to nearly $13,000 in cost savings!
Learn more by making an appointment with the MATC advisor.
* Some exceptions apply.
