Mathematics
Master of Arts in Teaching
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.
Courses in this non-thesis program are offered both on campus and virtually (synchronously) and asynchronously by distance learning through Idaho Engineering Outreach. The virtual and distance courses allow you to complete all requirements for your degree without being on campus.
Hybrid courses
The following courses for the math M.A.T. are typically offered in a synchronous hybrid format and can be taken in-person or virtually at a distance. They are offered in a two-year cycle, usually in the afternoons after 3:30 p.m. Pacific time to accommodate in-service teachers.
- EDCI 4110: Geometric reasoning (spring of even-numbered years)
- EDCI 4130: Probability and data analysis (spring of odd-numbered years)
- EDCI 4160: Proportional and algebraic reasoning (fall of odd-numbered years)
- MTHE 4090: Algebraic and functional reasoning (fall of even-numbered years)
- MTHE 4100: Proof and viable argumentation (spring of even-numbered years)
- MATH 3910: Modern geometry (every spring)
- MATH 3880: History of mathematics (spring of odd-numbered years)
Online courses
Many 3000+ and 4000+ mathematics and statistics courses are offered asynchronously online as video courses through Engineering Outreach. For a complete listing, contact the department at mathstat@uidaho.edu.
Degree requirements
The Math M.A.T. degree requires 30 credits, up to 12 of which may be transferred.
- At least 20 credits must be in mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. These courses may be at the 3000+ level.
- At least six credits in professional courses in Education (5000 level)
Overview
Teach math
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: Three
- Other requirements: No
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.
Contact information
Mathematics and Statistical Science contact:
Lana Unger
mathstat@uidaho.edu
Graduate Admissions contact:
graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu
208-885-4001
Tuition and fees
To learn about various ways to fund your graduate degree, check out Graduate Funding.
For detailed information about the cost of attendance, visit Financial Aid.
As a Math M.A.T. student, you are not required to complete research as part of your degree, but you may choose to pursue research opportunities based on your interests and goals.
Beginning Fall 2026, M.S. students appointed as Teaching Assistants will receive an annual support package that includes:
- Base stipend: $22,089.60 for the 9-month academic year
- In-state tuition: fully covered by the program
- Out-of-state tuition: waived for non-resident students
- Health insurance: Student Health Insurance Program premiums not covered
- Summer support: additional scholarships up to $8,000, depending on funding availability
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.
Related clubs and organizations
- Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA)
- Math Club
Career outcomes
Current job openings
4,005 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Postsecondary Mathematical Science Teachers
$82,848 - Secondary School Teachers
$78,817 - Middle School Teachers
$82,355
* Career data provided by Lightcast.