Master of Arts in Teaching

Become a Leader in the Classroom

Our 11-month Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) prepares PreK-12 teachers to make a difference with training from a top-ranked university.

Featuring a 100% graduate employment rate and over 200 teaching sites, students experience a hybrid format on the West LA, Calabasas, or Irvine Campuses.

Students earn a multiple or single-subject preliminary teaching credential along with their degree.

Program Benefits

Comprehensive Curriculum

Includes learning development, instructional technology, pedagogical theory, single or multiple subject concentrations, and many specializations.

200+ Student-Teaching Sites

With more than 200 high-quality teaching site partners, students experience hands-on practice as part of a comprehensive approach to preparing educators.

100 Percent Employment Rate*

*Of the 2021 graduates who pursued a full-time position within PreK-12 environments, 100 percent successfully secured full-time employment.

Average Class Size of 14 Students

Low faculty:student ratio provides a supportive learning environment and meaningful interactions.

No GRE Required

We offer an equitable admission process that considers your ability and commitment to success rather than scores on standardized tests.

Meet the Schools Fair

MAT hosts an annual fair every spring that attracts employers from private, charter, and public school systems.

• 11 Months to Earn Degree and Credential
• 14 Average Class Size
• 200+ Student Teaching Sites
• 100% MAT Graduate Employment Rate*
• 3 Campus Options: West Los Angeles, Calabasas, and Irvine
• $10K+ Scholarships Available

Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology (GSEP) provides innovative academic programs dedicated to building scholar-practitioners through hands-on learning. We shape individuals who will be catalysts for inspiration and change.

Since 1971 GSEP has been carrying out our mission to be an innovative learning community where individuals of diverse cultures and perspectives work collaboratively to foster academic excellence, social purpose, meaningful service, and personal fulfillment.

Why Pepperdine for International Students?

Top-ranked Programs

Generous Scholarships Available

Large Alumni Network Ready to Connect

Beautiful Locations in Greater Los Angeles

Career Services with Focused Coaching

Distinguished Practitioner Faculty

Small Class Sizes with Personal Attention

Passion and Purpose Driven

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