We currently offer initial teacher licensure for Middle and Secondary Grades
Deadlines are approaching!
June 1st for Fall (2 year option)
October 26th for Spring entry (17 month option)
Both Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 candidates take the same courses, have the same residency year and requirements, and should graduate in May 2020 pending completion of those requirements.
See specific deadlines for international students in this year's calendar.
The first step towards admission into the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is applying to the School of Graduate Studies.
You must provide ETSU with:
Transcripts from
all institutions
all institutions
Minimum 3.0 GPA
(undergraduate)
(undergraduate)
Essay
(on application)
(on application)
GRE scores
Proof of Residency
(for in-state tuition rates)
ACT/SAT/CORE
scores
(if waiving GRE)
Application Fee
must be paid before
application is complete
must be paid before
application is complete
Please remember to check deadlines with the School of Graduate Studies and apply for the correct term.
For specific questions regarding your application, please contact Fiona Goodyear,
our Graduate Program Specialist.
Email: goodyear@etsu.edu Phone: (423) 439-6148.
1. Achieve a minimum test score on GRE: Verbal Reasoning 151, Quantitative Reasoning 153.
You can waive the GRE requirement if you achieve a minimum score on one of the following:
ACT: Reading 22, ACT: Math 22 OR
SAT: Evidence-Based Reading 544, SAT: Math, 533 OR
Praxis Core Reading: 168, Praxis Core Mathematics: 162, Praxis Core Writing: 165.
2. Passing score on the Praxis II Content Knowledge exam in your specific area (See this page for more info). Once you receive your Praxis Score Report electronically, forward it to: mat@etsu.edu.
Middle Grades: You must take math or science as one of your subjects for the MAT program. Middle Grades Math 6-8 (Code 5169) and Science 6-8 (Code 5440) Tennessee passing scores are on the ETS website and are subject to change.
Secondary: The test that corresponds with your desired field for licensure is listed here under Secondary or All Grades (Art, Music, PE, Theater).
3. Pass a criminal background check.
- Here is a PDF on how to perform this.
4. Pass the Teacher Admission Board Interview.
You will be scheduled a Teacher Admission Board interview once Dr. Govett receives your completed application from the School of Graduate Studies.
You are able to apply for scholarships as you begin your application process-you do not have to wait to be accepted. Many deadlines fall on March 1st or April 15th, if not sooner than those dates, for funding the following academic year.
In order to apply for scholarships for the spring semester, please submit an application by March 1 of the previous year. I.E. For our upcoming Spring 2019 cohort to receive scholarships from ETSU, the deadline is still March 1st 2018, as rewards are given on an academic year basis (2018-2019). This is also true for programs such as Tennessee Teaching Scholars Program and the TEACH federal grant.
This program also requires an oral examination during your final semester.
Please feel free to contact us with additional questions or to schedule an appointment.
If you have any questions about the graduate school, wish to set up a campus tour, and/or need general assistance please contact David Moore, Graduate Studies Recruiter, by email at mooredr@etsu.edu or by phone at (423) 439-6149.
