Mathematics

Master of Arts in Teaching

Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Esteban Hernandez-Vargasriting, presenting math equations model on a chalkboard to study the mitigation of viral infections.

Enhance your mathematical expertise

If you are an experienced certified teacher who wants to expand your knowledge and professional credentials in mathematics, this graduate program could be a good option for you.

This degree is designed primarily for certified teachers who want to strengthen their subject matter preparation (it does not give certification in high school teaching). In some cases, the M.A.T. may qualify students to teach at some community colleges.

The non-thesis program is offered both on campus and by distance learning through Idaho Engineering Outreach. The distance education courses, offered in video format, allow you to complete all requirements for your degree without being on campus.

Overview
Duration:
2 years, 30 credits
Locations:
Moscow, Coeur d'Alene, Online

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Degree fit

This program could be a good fit if you:

  • Are a certified teacher.
  • Enjoy math.
  • Want to enhance your knowledge in the subject matter.
  • Are self-motivated and work well independently.
Career outcomes

Current job openings

1,138 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HI

Potential careers and starting salaries

  • Postsecondary Mathematical Science Teachers
    $48,689
  • Financial and Investment Analysts
    $60,678
  • Natural Sciences Managers
    $103,303
  • Financial Quantitative Analysts • Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
    $48,928
  • Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
    $38,427
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities

Financial aid

Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.

For information on FAFSA deadlines, financial aid types and eligibility requirements, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.

Plan ahead—estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.

Clubs and involvement opportunities

Hands-on learning

  • Bioinformatics and mathematical biology
  • Algebra, algebraic geometry and number theory
  • Analysis and differential equations
  • Combinatorics
  • Discrete geometry
  • Mathematics education
  • Probability and stochastic processes

Clubs

  • Math Club
Application information

Applicants for the M.A.T. mathematics program must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Education level: Bachelor's
  • GPA: 3.0
  • GRE: No
  • TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
  • Number of references: 3
  • Other requirements: No

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