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USA, Illinois
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1867
Total Students: 7,119 +
Int. Students: 86 +
Main Campus Address
5500 N St Louis Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, United States
The M.A.T. in Secondary Education is designed for students who wish to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching and obtain initial licensure to teach high school students (grades 9-12). Secondary education degree candidates will enter the program as part of a cohort in one of four areas:
Candidates also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with students in other disciplines and intensively with those in their own discipline. They will gain pedagogical knowledge throughout the program, including collaborative planning, classroom teacher training, and assessment skills.
The MAT degree program admits students for the fall and spring semesters.
The Secondary Education master's degree is nationally accredited by the National Council of Teachers of English and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Master's Degree
14 Days
Full-Time
24 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Opening Later | |
may 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Options
A lucrative and rewarding career in teaching is the immediate possibility afforded by a Master of Arts in Teaching from NEIU. With additional training, graduates can pursue positions in administration, curriculum leadership, organizational training, and advanced work in their disciplines.
Possible teaching opportunities include:
Eligible MAT candidates will be able to apply for Illinois State Board of Education licensure. Teachers in Illinois are among the best paid in the nation.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
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