Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) Application

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Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) Application

All candidates must apply for admission to the University of Arkansas at Monticello in the OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS and complete an application for the School of Education.

GRADUATE PROGRAM. Individuals applying to the M.A.T. program must provide the following to the School of Education Graduate Coordinator:

Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree from a regionally accredited college or university and verified with official transcripts from each college/university attended;
Successful criminal background check;
Passing scores on the appropriate PRAXIS II Specialty area examination for which licensure is sought; ( see http://www.ets.org/praxis/ar/requirements for required Scores);
Evidence of a minimum GPA of 2.7 overall or 3.0 for the last 60 Credit hours of coursework.

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Year

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Last 4 digits of your SSN

Maiden Name

Gender

Male

Female

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Home Phone

Cell Phone

School Phone

How did you hear about the UAM Master of Education Programs?

How many colleges/universities have you attended?

NOTE: Arkansas History should be taken for the following licensure areas: K-6, 4-8 Middle Level and 7-12 Social Studies.

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University of Arkansas at Monticello School of Education Master of Arts in
Teaching Candidate Memorandum of Understanding

Please check the boxes indicating your understanding and commitment to each provision.

I understand that a 3.00 GPA is required to remain in the MAT program. Dropping below a 3.00 GPA or HAVING MORE THAN TWO C's IN COURSE WORK CAN RESULT IN EXPULSION from the program.

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I understand that my hiring school district may inquire about my status in the program. I also understand that the Coordinator for Graduate Programs will notify the school district if any concerns arise in regard to successful completion of the program or degree.

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I understand that I must DEMONSTRATE PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL BEHAVIOR and abide by the Code of Ethics for Arkansas Educators to remain in this program and to be recommended for licensure.

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I understand that Arkansas' passing scores are required on the PRAXIS II subject specialization test for full admission to the MAT program.

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I understand that participation in course discussions AND TIMELY SUBMISSION OF ASSIGNMENTS are required for passing grades in any course.

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I understand that I must have A LETTER OF EMPLOYMENT ON FILE in the School of Education Graduate office to BE ENROLLED IN THE MAT INTERNSHIP COURSES.

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I understand that I MUST VERIFY MY ENROLLMENT IN ALL COURSES EACH SEMESTER by checking my WeevilNet study list.

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I understand that I MUST FINALIZE MY BILL each semester by emailing or contacting the UAM cashier's office and simply saying, "Please finalize my bill." This applies even if you have a zero (0) balance or are using loans/ grants, ect.

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I understand that AN ARKANSAS HISTORY COURSE is required to be licensed in Elementary Education K-6, Middle Childhood 4- 8 and, 7-12 Social Studies.

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I understand that it is my responsibility to acquire a criminal background check and a check by the Child Maltreatment Registry for recommendation for a provisional or standard license.

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I understand that it is my responsibility to have the proper technology to complete the coursework and that it is my responsibility to have or develop the necessary skills in technology needed to complete the coursework.

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I agree to adhere to all dates as set by UAM and the UAM School of Eduaction. I understand that these dates can be obtained via the UAM Catalog and/ or by regularly checking my UAM emial account and that these sources are not exhaustive.

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I understand that I MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION at the beginning of the semester prior to the projected graduation semester/ date.

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I understand that I MUST CHECK MY UAM EMAIL ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS for university, program, and instructor information.

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I agree to fully read all course syllabi and regularly submit class assignments and complete class requirements.

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I understand that I MUST PURCHASE ANY REQUIRED MATERIALS and that failure to do so could result in failure of the course.

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I understand that failure to adhere to the above conditions could result in an F in the coursework and my dismissal from the program.

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I understand that I am giving consent for the UAM School of Education to report my Degree/Major, name, and address to the Arkansas Department of Education for a Minority Report database.

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I agree I understand that by submitting this form I certify that the information given on this application is true and complete. I understand that if found otherwise, it is sufficient cause for possible rejection or dismissal.

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