In cooperation with local school districts, the School of Education offers the MAT Fifth-Year program, an innovative and rigorous teacher education program for liberal arts graduates seeking initial licensure with Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, and High School authorizations. All students will have the opportunity to qualify for two authorizations, and while qualification for two is not required, students will be encouraged to do so. Applications are accepted from December through February 15 for the Forest Grove program. In Lane County, applications are accepted from August through October 15.
Admission is selective.
The admissions criteria and procedures for the MAT Fifth-Year program are the same for both campuses, although they operate on different schedules. A 2.75 minimum GPA in undergraduate work or 3.00 minimum GPA in at least 8 semester hours of graduate study Basic skills test. An immediate supervisor in an educational or social agency who can attest to the applicant's competence to work with school-aged children or youth in volunteer or paid work experience b. The subject area assessment test is not required for admission, but preference is given to those candidates who submit passing scores on the appropriate subject area test at the time of application. The MSAT is also required of those seeking the Middle School Authorization.