Master of Arts in Teaching / Master in Education Policy and Leadership / Doctorate in Education Policy and Leadership / Certificate Programs
Exclusive to TFA alumni, SOE will waive application fees for all TFA alumni, require one recommendation letter, and they will receive a reduced tuition rate of not less than 29%
The School of Education aspires to attain recognition at local, national, and international levels for significantly contributing to the field of education through innovative pedagogy, research, and service initiatives. This the impact will be realized through diligent scholarship; the promotion of equitable and inclusive learning environments, the advancement of social justice, the preparation of competent educators, the provision of leadership in public policy domains, and collaboration with communities and organizations at various levels.
The Master’s in Teaching (MAT) program, is designed for individuals possessing a bachelor’s degree and expressing interest in obtaining a teaching license, without the requirement of prior educational experience. Our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is accredited by CAEP, the most prestigious form of accreditation, and prepares graduates in five semesters for immediate employment as classroom teachers and related positions. Additionally, it offers a robust professional network within the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia regions—over fifty local schools participate in student placements—and facilitates ongoing connections with our MAT alumni teaching across the nation. The program proudly maintains a professional employment rate for its graduates.
American University School of Education offers the following concentrations under the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT):
- Early Childhood Education (In-person)*
- Elementary Education (In Person or Online)
- English to Speakers of Other Languages – ESOL (In Person)*
- Secondary Education (In Person)*
- Special Education (In Person or Online)
- Special Education: Multidisciplinary (SEM)
*May include some online classes. All programs listed are available to International Students, U.S. Citizens, and U.S. Permanent Residents. Available to full-time, part-time, hybrid, & online programs
Certificate Programs:
The Doctorate in Education (EdD) in Education Policy and Leadership (Online only) American University’s School of Education believes education shouldn’t just focus on what students learn—it should provide students with an opportunity to reach their full potential and be a force for positive social change. Education should give students hope. Antiquated policies and structures have made hope hard to find in modern education, and the United States needs a new approach to education leadership and policy to bring hope and action to its schools. The Online Doctorate in Education Policy and Leadership (EdD) is a response to this need, empowering leaders in education who have the practical experience and theoretical knowledge to effect widespread, progressive change in education. Whether they pursue opportunities in educational instruction, organizational leadership, or policymaking, EdD graduates will be better prepared to change education for every student.
The Master’s in Education Policy and Leadership (EPL) program, offered through online, in-person, or hybrid formats, this program will equip participants with essential tools to shape the future of education. It systematically prepares educators and other professionals to assume leadership roles within educational organizations. Participants gain extensive knowledge and skills in leadership, policy, law, economics, and research, empowering them to manage educational programs and policies effectively at all levels.
Contact: Mily Cancino – milycancino@american.edu| Coordinator of Recruitment, Admissions, & Partnerships | School of Education | American University