Interdepartmental Program
No
Advance your expertise in mathematics teaching and learning with Iowa State University's Mathematics Education graduate program. Our program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare educators for leadership roles in mathematics education research, curriculum development, and teaching.
If you have a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or closely related field and want to teach math to students in grades 5-12, our Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Mathematics Education with a recommendation for mathematics licensure is just for you. In this program, you can become a licensed teacher in 12 months, as well as obtain a master’s degree, through our accelerated program. If you already hold a teaching endorsement/certification, you are not eligible for the MAT program. If you already hold teacher certification, please explore our M.Ed./M.S. programs instead of the MAT Program.
Degrees Offered:
- Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
515-294-1241
School of Education
soegradsupport@iastate.edu
Program Homepage
Program Handbook
Application Requirements
Application Deadlines:
Fall term - June 15, Spring term - Nov 15, Summer term - March 15.
International students should apply at least three months before the start of term they are applying.
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
Application Instructions
Admission Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
Program Specific Requirements:
- Program Requires GRE: No
- Program Requires GMAT: No
- Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No
International Requirements:
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) |
560 |
TOEFL Internet (iBT) |
83 |
IELTS |
6.5 |
PTE |
56 |
Duolingo (approved through spring 2026) |
115 |
Does this Program Offer a Distance Option?
No
Program offers a Coursework Only?
No
Program Director
anngt@iastate.edu