Jan. 28-30 Virtual Operations, Campus Remains Closed

Bowie State University will continue with virtual operations for all classes and office operations through Friday, January 30, 2026. The campus will be closed to all non-essential personnel, and all campus activities are canceled. All buildings except residence halls and the dining hall will be closed. Essential personnel should report on time. This is due to the extended time required to clear the extensive snow and ice accumulation on campus. University crews are making every effort to resume campus operations, as a safe return to in-person learning and work remains our top priority. Only essential personnel and residential students are permitted access to the campus through Jan. 30. For more information, please visit BowieState.edu/weather. 

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Program Requirements

The Master of Arts in Teaching program consists of two tracks:

  • Elementary Education (ELED): 42 credit hours
  • Secondary Education (SCED): 36 credit hours

Both tracks require the same five core courses (15 credit hours) and two research courses (six credit hours). On the elementary track, you'll take four reading courses (12 credit hours). The secondary school track requires two reading courses (six credit hours).

Course Sequencing

Track Requirements

  • Secondary education: SCED requires an undergraduate degree or 30 or more credits in a content area such as: Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English and Social studies/History.
  • Elementary education: ELED requires 12 credits of math, 12 credits of science, nine credits social studies and nine credits of English. 

You must receive a minimum passing grade of C in each of the courses. 

Before beginning a specialized track, MAT faculty will analyze your transcripts and verify your degree or content credit hours.

Internship Requirements

A MAT internship is a commitment, not only to your education but also to the students you teach. It’s a yearlong process that spans two consecutive semesters to meet Bowie State University, Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) and Maryland Certification requirements.

You’ll enroll in the fall and spend the school year learning and developing methods for working with diverse populations. You’ll focus on the ways culture, ethnicity, gender, age and socioeconomic status affect the learning environment. You’ll apply the latest technology in the classroom and help your students communicate more effectively. The program you create for students must be comprehensive and collaborative.

Transfer Credits

Students may transfer up to 12 graduate credits into the Master of Arts in Teaching program.