Bellarmine University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. - Teaching

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Annsley Frazier Thornton School of Education prepares caring and effective educators with the knowledge, skills and disposition to teach and lead in diverse settings.

The Master of Arts in Teaching at Bellarmine University prepares students to earn initial teacher certification and Rank II status with an emphasis in one of the following areas:

* Elementary Education, Grades P-5
* Middle School Education, Grades 5-9
* Secondary Education, Grade 8-12
* Learning and Behavior Disorders available as optional dual certification

The MAT degree is open to applicants who hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution and are seeking initial teaching credentials at the graduate level. The MAT is an accelerated, outcome-based cohort program. Classes meet one evening a week and selected Saturdays per semester with the exception of the final professional (supervised teaching) semester.

Accreditation:

Bellarmine University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. Inquiries related to this accreditation can be directed to: Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097. Phone 404-679-4500.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999