100% Employment Rate
Percentage of graduates in the Class of 2023 who are employed within four months of graduation (98.6% Knowledge Rate).
MAT in Elementary Education
Nurture the minds of young learners
Elementary school teachers shape the foundation of a child’s education, sparking curiosity and a love for learning. This immersive, 15-month program will give you the skills, confidence, and hands-on experience needed to become a certified elementary educator. With expert mentorship, real classroom training, and tuition-saving internship opportunities, you'll graduate ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.
45-48 Credits Engaging Curriculum
$655 per Credit Affordable Tuition
15 Months To Complete
Pursue initial teaching certification
The Master of Arts in Teaching – Elementary Education program offers:
- Full-time pathway to licensure that may be completed in just over one year with reduced costs per credit to save you time and money.
- Internship and residency placements within elementary schools in partnering districts which allow for tuition remission of up to 50% of the program cost.
- Additional scholarship opportunities may be available for this program. Connect with an admissions counselor to learn more.
- Late afternoon and evening scheduling that allows you to complete coursework around student teaching or other full-time roles.
- Our graduates leave QU with a master’s, full certification and teaching licensure, enabling them to get hired before they graduate.
Exclusive Apprenticeship Opportunity
Quinnipiac University recently received a grant supporting the creation of apprenticeship positions that provide compensation for aspiring educators. This includes a full-year, paid classroom experience in a partnering Connecticut School district and a significant reduction in tuition. Quinnipiac's MAT is the only graduate program in the state to receive this funding. To learn more about how to apply, please connect with our admissions team by completing the form provided.
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Your Future Is Bright
Quinnipiac’s Graduate MAT in Elementary Education makes it easy to launch an impactful career as an educator.
63 Partner Schools
Quinnipiac places students in 63 partner schools across more than 22 districts, allowing them to gain practical classroom experience in a variety of settings.
$107K+ Scholarship Awards
Since Fall 2023, 14 undergraduate and graduate School of Education students have received a total of $107,630 in scholarships through the Connecticut State Department of Education and Teach.org.
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