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If you're currently in a non-teaching profession, an MAT provides the skills and licensure needed to transition to teaching. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference, this degree is the ideal path for entering the classroom.

Teachers with advanced degrees have greater earning potential throughout their careers. Many districts offer salary increases for advanced degrees, and some may even assist with tuition to help you upskill as a part of their workforce.

For current teachers, an MAT is an excellent way to expand your teaching qualifications. If you’re certified in elementary education, for example, an MAT can help you add special education or another subject area, broadening your ability to serve more students.

Teachers with advanced education and additional certifications often enjoy greater job security. Your expanded knowledge and skill set will make you a more valuable asset to your school and district.

Pursuing an MAT connects you with like-minded educators who are passionate about student success. Faculty and peers from your program can become an important professional network that may offer opportunities and support throughout your career.

All applicants must use our online system to create an account and submit their application. Applications open approximately one year in advance and are valid only for the specific term and program for which they are submitted. If you need to change your admission term or major/concentration after applying, you’ll need to submit a new application along with the required fee. To cancel an open application, please contact us directly.

To get started, log in or create an application account at . Then, follow these steps:

1. Click on the "Start New Application" link at the bottom of the page.
2. Choose the "Graduate Admissions Application" option.
3. Select one of the following application types:
   • Graduate Prerequisites and Non-Degree
   • Graduate Certificate
   • Degree-Seeking (Masters, Doctoral)
4. Click "Open Application" to proceed.
5. Upload a copy of your transcripts.
6. Submit the non-refundable application fee of $30 (USD).

Please note that incomplete applications with outstanding requirements, or those postmarked after the deadline, may be canceled. Once canceled, the decision cannot be reversed, but applicants are welcome to apply for the next application cycle. Application fees are non-refundable and cannot be waived. Fees for undergraduate applications cannot be applied to graduate applications, and vice versa. The application fee must be submitted prior to the review of your application.

All applicants must provide transcripts from U.S. institutions accredited by an accepted institutional accreditor, or the equivalent from a non-U.S. institution, that awarded the bachelor’s degree and master’s degree (if applicable). Transcripts from all institutions where post-baccalaureate or graduate credits were earned must also be submitted.

For International Transcripts:

International transcripts require a course-by-course evaluation by an approved third-party credential evaluation agency unless an alternative procedure is approved by the graduate school. To be accepted, evaluations must:

• Be translated into English.
• Show U.S. equivalency.
• Be evaluated course-by-course.
• Include the overall academic GPA.
• Be from an approved, accredited third-party evaluation service.

Recommended Evaluation Agencies:

• SpanTran: ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ has a custom application through SpanTran that ensures you select the right evaluation type at a discounted rate. 
• Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
• World Education Services

Important Notes:

• ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Graduate School cannot request transcripts on behalf of applicants.
• Unofficial transcript copies are accepted for admissions but must clearly show the institution’s name, student name, course details, terms, grades, and credits. Degree audits are not accepted. Admitted students will be required to provide official transcripts.
• If you are currently enrolled in courses, you must submit an incomplete transcript by the posted deadline.
• Applicants applying through systems like ATCAS or PTCAS must submit separate transcripts to ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ.
• When requesting college transcripts, confirm whether your institution can submit electronic transcripts in the proper EDI format. Transcripts may be submitted via email to graduateschool@unf.edu from approved vendors such as ScriptSafe, Credentials, or Parchment.
• Former or current ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ students should not request ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ transcripts. After application submission, your ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ requirement will be marked as “waived.”

Official Transcripts Requirements:

• Must be less than one year old from the date of printing.
• Must be submitted in a sealed envelope from the institution or emailed through official electronic means.

Where to Send Transcripts and Test Scores:

• Email: graduateschool@unf.edu
• Mail: ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Graduate School, 1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.

• Letter of intent
  • Maximum of 250 words
  • Describe reasons for
    • Interest into the program;
    • Topics and areas of interest; and
    • Goals after completion of degree
  • Applicants not meeting the 3.0 minimum GPA requirement may contact the graduate program director for additional admission criteria options

• Resume
• Letter of intent
  • Maximum of 250 words
  • Describe reasons for
    • Interest into the program;
    • Topics and areas of interest; and 
    • Goals after completion of degree
• Certification
  • Passing score on the Subject Area Exam of the  in one of the following areas:
    • 6-12 Biology
    • 6-12 Chemistry
    • 6-12 Physics
    • 6-12 Mathematics
    • 6-12 Social Science
    • 6-12 English
• Three recommendation letters
  • Should speak to your qualifications for success in graduate school
  • In addition to the rating form, letters must be submitted on official letterhead (if applicable) and must have an original signature (electronic signatures are not acceptable)
  • Letters from relatives will not be accepted

• Two letters of recommendation
  • Should speak to your qualifications for success in graduate school
  • In addition to the rating form, letters must be submitted on official letterhead (if applicable) and must have an original signature (electronic signatures are not acceptable)
  • Letters from relatives will not be accepted