Master of Arts in Teaching with a Specialization in Elementary Education Online
Achieve full licensure to teach in North Carolina and prepare to enrich your teaching experience.
Program Overview
Get to know our 100% online M.A.T. in elementary education program
By earning your Master of Arts in Teaching with a Specialization in Elementary Education online from UNCP, you will gain the necessary preparation to plan instruction and apply a variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners. This recognized educator preparation program is a convenient and affordable pathway ideal for North Carolina teachers seeking initial teaching licensure.
As you develop applicable knowledge of the principles and theories of human growth and development, you will also enhance your abilities to use technology to engage students in learning. Graduates of the M.A.T. – Elementary Education program will have a solid foundation in teaching all aspects of elementary education including literacy, social studies, mathematics and science.
This Master of Arts in Teaching program offers an effective combination of rigorous coursework delivered 100% online and field experience along with a student teaching internship. Learn from our supportive School of Education faculty who are committed to student success and join respected UNCP alumni who constitute the majority of the state’s “Teacher of the Year” recipients.
The online program is designed for those who hold an undergraduate degree in education and those new to the field. The CAEP-accredited program meets the requirements for initial licensure.
Graduate from this M.A.T. online program prepared for various educational roles, such as:
- Elementary School Teacher
- Teacher Leader
- Elementary School Teacher
- Teacher Leader
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Accreditation
All educator preparation programs at The University of North Carolina Pembroke are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
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Tuition
Make a cost-effective choice with an online M.A.T. degree
Tuition for our affordable master’s in elementary education online is priced with the working student in mind—plus, you can pay by the course. Financial aid may be available for students who qualify.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Fees Per Credit Hour | Distance Fee Per Term | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.A.T. – Elementary Education (in-state resident) | $237.78 | $713.34 | $33.05 | $36.75 | $9,227 |
| M.A.T. – Elementary Education (out-of-state) | $963.28 | $2,889.84 | $33.05 | $36.75 | $30,992 |
Tuition is based on a cadence of 6-9 credit hours per semester, which is two 7-week terms. Tuition will be capped at the per semester, full-time enrollment levels of nine (9) credit hours for graduate students.
Please consult with your advisor for more information.
https://www.uncp.edu/resources/student-accounts/tuition-fee-information
Additional Fees
One-Time Fees
Application Fee - $55 domestic/$60 internationalOrientation Fee - $20
Graduation Fee - $100 (students will be charged an additional $25 if fee is not paid on time)
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Prepare for the upcoming dates and deadlines for our M.A.T. in elementary education degree online
For the convenience of our M.A.T. degree online students, the School of Education offers multiple start dates each year. View the full calendar for upcoming deadlines, including when to turn in all required documents, register for classes and pay tuition for your desired program start date.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/30/24 | 1/2/25 | 1/6/25 | 1/9/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring II | 3/17/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/13/25 | 5/2/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/1/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/8/25 | 6/27/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/19/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/26/25 | 8/15/25 |
| Fall I | 8/25/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/14/25 | 8/18/25 | 8/21/25 | 10/10/25 |
| Fall II | 10/20/25 | 10/6/25 | 10/9/25 | 10/13/25 | 10/16/25 | 12/5/25 |
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Admissions
Review the requirements for our online M.A.T. – Elementary Education program
The School of Education admission process is the first step toward earning your master’s in elementary education online. Find out the requirements for the program and what additional materials are needed.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 cumulative GPA or 2.65-2.75 GPA for provisional admission
- No GRE required for admission
To be eligible for consideration for full or provisional admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Submit a completed online application
- Pay a $55 non-refundable application fee ($60 for international applicants and waived for military members)
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- 2.75 minimum cumulative GPA; or 2.65-2.75 GPA for provisional admission
- Three professional references
- 150-250 word personal statement. Please include a brief discussion of your current (or future) teaching assignment in your statement of purpose.
- Submit Admission to Educator Preparation Acknowledgement Form
- No GRE or GMAT required
The electronic and physical information for submitting transcripts:
UNC Pembroke The Graduate School
PO Box 1510
One University Drive
Pembroke, NC 28372
UNCP will accept transcripts electronically - [email protected]
Courses
Discover what you will learn in our online M.A.T. degree courses
To earn the M.A.T. with a Specialization in Elementary Education online, students must complete 10 core courses inclusive of the internship for a total of 30 credit hours.
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*Tuition rate (in-state: $237.78 /credit hour plus $36.75 flat fee; out-of-state: $963.28 /credit hour plus $36.75 flat fee) is based on a cadence of 6-9 credit hours per semester. Students planning to take more than 9 credit hours per semester should consult with their advisor for more information about the graduate tuition policy.
**Time to completion may vary depending on your start date. Speak with your Enrollment Specialist for more details.
