The School of Professional Development at Stony Brook University offers a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program designed to prepare graduate students for careers in education. This program provides a pathway to teacher certification in various subject areas. Additionally, the Department of Linguistics offers a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MAT TESOL). For current Stony Brook undergraduates, combined Bachelor's/Master's degree programs leading to teacher certification are also available.
Graduates of the MAT program are prepared to enter teaching careers in K-12 settings. The program aims to equip students with the pedagogical knowledge and practical skills necessary for effective teaching.
For detailed information on costs and funding, please refer to the Stony Brook University School of Professional Development's Admissions page.