In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, GRE, GMAT and MTEL testing has temporarily been waived from the application requirements for a number of our graduate programs through spring 2026.
Statement of purpose, addressing the following:
-your interest in teaching English at the secondary level (grades 8-12)
-your interest in studying English at the graduate level (ie, how you see yourself as a scholar of English)
MAT English does not require the GRE/MAT
Please note: If you have already hold an initial license, please apply directly to the MA English. A MAT is not required if the initial license has been obtained.
Additional Materials and Requirements
A passing score on the Massachusetts Test for Educator Licensure (MTEL) communication and literacy portion and content test for English.
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in English. Applicants with a bachelor's degree in any discipline other than English should apply to our MA/MAT English program
Course in adolescent psychology (undergraduate or graduate)
Application Deadlines
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed once complete.
