MAT Application Information
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Deadline: March 1, 2021 Priority Admissions Deadline: January 15, 2021 Attend Virtual Information Session Vertical Divider
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OVERVIEW The application for the 2021-22 cohort of the MAT + Teacher Credential program is available, starting September 1, 2020. The 2021-22 cohort will begin its coursework on June 21, 2021. Individuals who complete the program requirements will earn a Master's of Arts in Teaching degree and a teaching credential. For early consideration into the program, the Priority Admissions Deadline is January 15, 2021. The final deadline to submit an application is March 1, 2021. We strongly encourage applicants to attend a remote Information Session prior to applying into the program. For list of available dates, visit this page. Basic Skills/CBEST Requirement Update Due to state mandates and lockdown measures, some test sites may be cancelling or postponing the CBEST exam. Some regions and counties may be more affected then others. Given the uncertainties surrounding testing availability, we will be able to extend the CBEST deadline for all applicants to be the same as the CSET deadline of June 1, 2021. We would still like to encourage applicants to complete this requirement before this new deadline as it will strengthen their applications. Furthermore, it is also recommended to see if it is possible to waive out of the CBEST test by meeting the minimum score requirement for the SAT, ACT, or AP Exams. For more information on how to waive out of taking the CBEST, please review the CBEST/CSET tab below. International Applicant Information Several obstacles related to California residency requirements make it difficult for International Applicants to apply for the MAT program:
Although this is a blended Masters and Credential program, one of the primary goals of this program is to prepare students to become certified K-12 public school teachers for the state of California in compliance with policies set forth by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The following documents are required for MAT admission:
The following documents are NOT required for MAT admission:
Application checklist
Step 1: Complete your online application including your personal history and statement of purpose (please upload your admissions documents in the supplemental documents upload portal in the online application). Personal History Please address those personal qualities, skills, and professional experiences you believe will contribute to success in the program and effectiveness as a teacher. Statement of Purpose Please address the reasons behind your decision to become an educator and challenges you perceive as important to the field of education. In addition, reflect on your responsibility as an educator to improve the lives of underserved and low-income students. Step 2: Upload your admissions documents in your online application. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing. Admission notifications are sent by e-mail. Application Checklist Admission documents
Please review detailed information below for each required admission document. Official Transcripts Upload unofficial transcript from every post-secondary program attended in the online application. Please include transcripts from summer sessions, extension programs, and distance learning. If you attended UC Irvine as an undergraduate, you must also submit your unofficial transcript. If an applicant is admitted, official transcripts will be requested only from the institution(s) where a degree was earned and must be sent directly to the Graduate Division office. *Please note, no transfer credit will be accepted towards MAT coursework requirements. Three Letters of Recommendation At least one letter must be from a previous college or university instructor. Your referees may submit letters of recommendation electronically using the online graduate application system. The MAT admissions committee recommends that letters speak to (a) your academic potential, (b) your ability to work with children or youth, and (c) your fitness for the professional environment of teaching. Certificate of Clearance Submit your Certificate of Clearance issued by the California Teaching Commission (CTC). For more information please read the directions provided by the CTC. CBEST/Basic Skills Submit a PDF of your passing CBEST or equivalency for waiving the requirement. CSET/California Subject Exams for Teachers Submit a PDF of any CSET exams you have passed (the CSET must be passed before enrolling in the program in June; consequently, evidence of completion strengthens your application). Post Admissions Requirements (for admitted students only) Negative TB test results (dated January 1st, 2021 or after) Please DO NOT upload TB Test to the SLATE online application
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Passage of CBEST is required for admission and evidence of passage and or equivalency must be provided by the admission deadline. Subject Matter Competency can be verified in one of two ways: (1) California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) passing score in all required subtests for the credential type. (2) Official verification of completed Subject Matter Preparation Program (SMPP). SMPP is completed at the undergraduate level at an approved institution. Passage of CSET is required before enrolling in the program in June and applicants are strongly encouraged to complete these exams before applying to the program. Applicants who provide evidence of CSET passage when applying to the program increase the strength of their application. Official score reports of CSET passage are required by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) and are valid for ten years. Upload PDF score report as a supplementary document or post-submission document in the online application. We do not accept e-score reports sent directly from the testing company. Passage of three CSET exams is required for multiple subject candidates, while the number of exams for single subject candidates varies by discipline. Multiple resources are available to help applicants prepare for both the CSET and CBEST exams. CBEST Applicants have the following options to complete the Basic Skills Requirement:
Parts of different options may not be combined to meet the Basic Skills Requirement. If you are completing CBEST through SAT, ACT, or AP, you must provide the official College Board PDF score report to verify completion of the Basic Skills Requirement. . CSET Applicants must verify subject matter competence in one of two ways:
Application Deadlines
Priority Deadline: January 15, 2021 Applicants who submit a complete application with all of the required admission documents on or before January 15, 2021 will be eligible to participate in an admission interview in early February and receive an early admission decision. Applicants interested in the priority deadline should review the pulldown menus “Application Checklist” and “Admission Documents” to determine which documents are required for eligibility. Final Deadline: March 1, 2021 The final deadline for submitting an application and required admission documents is on or before March 1, 2021. Candidates who meet this final deadline will be eligible for an admission interview. Candidates who submit an application and required admission documents after January 15th but prior to March 1, may be eligible for a February admission interview, but will not receive an admission decision prior to March 1. Financial Support
Financial Aid The UCI School of Education provides various merit and need-based scholarships to support a talented and diverse cohort of MAT candidates. Federal and private loans are also available. Information about these resources can be found here. To be eligible for an enrollment scholarship, applicants must submit a 2020-2021 FAFSA by 3/1/20. Financial Incentives UCI Summer Session will be offering the pay for “8 Only” incentive for the Summer 2020 term. This will result in a significant reduction in the total cost of the MAT program for admitted students. Additional Information Please visit the UCI Financial Aid Office website for additional information. |
Contact Us
For more information regarding admissions, please contact the Office of Student Affairs, at 949.824.5312, or educadvising@uci.edu.
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