Secondary education
Master of Arts in Teaching
Advance your teaching
This program offers advanced professional courses designed to build a strong foundation in teacher education. It is tailored for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in the field they wish to teach, allowing them to pursue this one-year program that equips them with essential teaching strategies and learning theories. Throughout the program, students will gain a deep understanding of effective instructional methods, classroom management and the latest pedagogical research, all aimed at facilitating student learning and success. The curriculum is designed to ensure that graduates are well-prepared to meet the needs of their future students and thrive in a teaching career.
Highlights for a Master of Arts in Teaching for secondary education include:
- Program can be completed in as little as one year.
- Completion allows teaching sixth through 12th grades in Idaho.
- Faculty members provide students with educational strategies that are based on the latest research.
Overview
Related Topics
Learn, teach, inspire
Degree fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Have a bachelor's degree in a subject area taught in secondary schools (e.g., English, mathematics, science, social studies, art).
- Are passionate about educating and mentoring adolescents.
- Desire a structured, accelerated pathway to obtain teacher certification.
- Aim to teach in Idaho or in states with reciprocal certification agreements.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
2,032 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Short-Term Substitute Teachers
$49,519 - Secondary School Teachers
$78,781 - Education Administrators for Elementary and Secondary Schools
$132,183 - Secondary School Career and Technical Education Teachers
$88,960
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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 Financial Aid Office website.
Plan ahead—estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Internships and mentorship
As part of your coursework, you will complete an internship experience in a classroom environment, where you will learn alongside experienced teachers. You also will receive personal mentorship from our leading education faculty.
Certification exam
Required coursework for this program includes passing the Praxis II exam in your chosen content area, along with either one 45-credit teaching endorsement or a combination of one 30-credit endorsement and one 20-credit endorsement.
Application information
To ensure you meet the requirements for admission, review the following criteria:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
- Number of references: 3
- Other requirements: Please provide ONE sample of your writing that best demonstrates your compositional skills and academic abilities.
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.