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.