Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

College of Social Sciences, Commerce, and Education

Dr. Christopher McCullough, Chair and Unit Head

Dr. Michael Houselog, Director of Graduate Programs in Education

Dr. Debra Dew

Dr. Jacob Hardesty

Prof. Lynn Stafford

Prof. Kimberlee Wagner

MAT Programs

Rockford University offers MAT degrees with and without Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL). The Rockford University Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed to further students’ knowledge in one or more academic disciplines, increase understanding of the educational process, and enhance various skills involved in teaching. All MAT tracks require at least 36 semester hours; 32 hours if the thesis option is available and selected.