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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University

About

Great educators have the ability to change lives. At Quinnipiac, our mission is to prepare our candidates for 21st-century careers in education as teachers, leaders and designers of learning environments and materials. We strive to empower our graduates to affect change within themselves and others to move toward a more just and equitable society.

We offer a variety of programs to prepare you for a range of jobs in the field of education. People with degrees in education not only work in schools; they work in corporations, in healthcare, in law organizations, in universities and in many other settings. In addition to their day jobs, these individuals are often athletic coaches, career advisors and community volunteers.

Our undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs immerse you in the art and science of teaching and learning. You’ll learn how to communicate effectively, structure engaging lessons and learning resources, manage a classroom and leverage educational technology. Most importantly, you’ll develop the skills to ensure that learners of all levels and backgrounds have every opportunity to succeed.

Classes are taught by accomplished faculty members with deep educational and industry experience. Small class sizes afford the opportunity for personal guidance and feedback for each student. Prospective classroom teachers will complete extensive fieldwork, which will give you both hands-on experience and the benefit of reduced tuition.

Whether you aspire to become a new teacher, switch career paths, move into administration or develop skills in the design of digital learning materials — we have programs for every career stage.

Learn more about Quinnipiac:

  • College or University
  • North Haven, CT

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
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I landed an offer before I even graduated. That’s rare. It shows how well the program prepared me for the interview process. I still send my old professors questions and ideas about curriculum and pedagogy. They always make the time for me.

Michael Syrotiak

Quinnipiac University

Programs

Bachelor’s + master’s & certification

Secondary Education: BA or BS/MAT (4+1)

  • From 60 to 60 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program Info

Our Dual-Degree Master of Arts in Teaching program provides you with the knowledge and experience you need to profoundly impact the lives of students in grades 7–12. As a 4+1 MAT student, your internship experience in a school during your graduate year will offer significant savings on tuition via the tuition remission program.

The Dual-Degree MAT program enables you to complete your bachelor’s and master’s degrees and obtain your secondary teaching certificate (grades 7 through 12) within five years. In your first year, you’ll select one of the following majors: biology, English, history, or mathematics. Majoring in the one of these content areas will prepare you to teach that subject at the secondary school level. We’ll provide several graduate content courses in your field and the pedagogy necessary to help you plan lessons, manage a classroom and prepare you for teaching and learning in a contemporary school setting.

 

Annual Undergraduate Cost

Graduate Cost

Tuition

$53,090$34,205

Internship Tuition Waiver

n/a– $14,365

TOTAL COST:

 $19,840


Learn more about tuition costs.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Feb. 01, 2025

    Fall
  • Nov. 01, 2025

    Fall
  • Nov. 15, 2025

    Fall
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $53,090

    In State Tuition

  • $53,090

    Out of State Tuition

  • $45

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Quinnipiac University have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Quinnipiac University to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Varies

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Approximately 85 percent of Quinnipiac University's student body receives financial aid through scholarships, grants, on-campus jobs and/or student loans.

For more information visit: Financial Aid Office

$14,365

Internship Tuition Waiver

In the Dual-Degree MAT (4+1) program in Secondary Education, you'll receive significant cost savings while pursuing your graduate degree. Your first graduate courses begin immediately after you complete your undergraduate degree during the summer semesters; these are the only semesters you will be responsible for paying the full tuition and fees. You will then begin interning in a school while attending evening courses throughout the fall, J-Term and spring semesters. The work you complete during this internship will cover more than 40 percent of your tuition!

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Biology, Grades 4-12
English, Grades 4-12
History & Social Studies, Grades 4-12
Mathematics, Grades 4-12
For more information, visit: Admissions

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