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MA in Teaching

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  • On-Campus

Transform the future with advanced knowledge of the teaching profession. Enhance your skills with innovative culturally responsive approaches in urban schools and communities.

33Credit Hours
24Months to Complete
1Program Track
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Transform Your Future with the MA in Teaching

The Master of Arts in Teaching from Morgan State University will help you become a highly effective educator. With our uniquely designed curriculum, you can enhance your undergraduate degree or earn both a BS/BA degree and an MAT degree within just five years.

Take your teaching to the next level with collaboration across disciplines, applied research, and hands-on experiences. Become a teacher who leaves a lasting impact.

  • Take core academic courses and professional education courses

  • Pursue one program track that includes coursework + ePortfolio + 100-day internship

  • Study on campus

  • Complete your degree in as little as 24 months

Why Morgan?

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    Top Ranking

    Morgan's MS in Science Education is a top-ranking program, according to Intelligent.com—ranking us as #27 among all schools and the best HBCU.

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  • In 2018, Morgan became a Carnegie-classified R2 doctoral university with high research activity. We are dedicated to supporting students and faculty with innovative research projects.

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  • 20%

    We take pride in our diversity and international-friendly community. Over 20% of Morgan students identify as nonblack, coming from the United States or places like Africa, China, Saudi Arabia, and more.

Advance in Your Professional Career

There is no better time than now to pursue a career in teaching—an occupation that directly impacts students. Whether you are aiming to enter the education world or already have relevant work experience, the MA in Teaching will bring you closer to your future goals. We will prepare you for academic and professional pathways full of growth and opportunity that will enable you to make a real difference. Join the passionate educators of today bringing learning to life.

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Learn In-Demand Skills

Refine your expertise in a subject area of your choosing. Prepare yourself to learn the most in-demand skills for your specialty.

  • Instructional strategies

  • Motivational strategies

  • Subject area specialization

  • Curriculum development

  • Technology and media for education

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Secure Your Ideal Career

Once you graduate with a master's degree in teaching, you will have the knowledge to support the education field. Explore the many job titles and careers that align with the field of education.

  • Teacher

  • Principal

  • School or Career Counselor

  • Educational Consultant

  • Curriculum Developer

  • Corporate Trainer

  • Professional Development Specialist

Pursue Hands-On Research and Internships

Find the competitive edge you have been seeking. Maximize your potential with real-world experiences outside the classroom, including career-oriented internships, advanced research or thesis projects, and networking events in the Baltimore-Washington metropolis. Make connections in the community. Collaborate with our award-winning faculty. Or get involved with Morgan Mile and have a direct impact on the community. Here, you have every opportunity you need to thrive.

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Engage in Community Programs

Make a difference in Northeast Baltimore neighborhoods while advancing your career. The Morgan Community Mile is a university-community partnership that improves the area’s quality of life and economic prosperity.

Contribute to Our Legacy of Excellence

At Morgan, student success is our top priority. Our goal is to provide an exceptional learning environment in which your academic, intellectual, and personal growth excel far beyond your expectations and long after graduation.  Known for our achievements in the humanities and social sciences, we have a strong history of guiding students toward success no matter what the challenge. Just like our distinguished alumni before you, you can accomplish the unimaginable.  We are confident you will become part of our legacy of excellence. 

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The program develops educational leaders as change-makers and contributors, especially in educational equity and just society. My professors motivated and guided me in writing. Now I have several peer-reviewed publications. I have formed my own scholarly identity worldwide and regularly organized international webinars and conferences.
- Muhammad Sharif Uddin, EdD in Urban Educational Leadership, Doctoral Candidate

Financial Support Makes Things Possible

Choosing the right master's degree program is a big decision—and we are here to help you navigate the options available for funding your education. Whether you are an in-state, out-of-state, or international student, you may be eligible for Graduate Funding. We also offer two types of Graduate Assistantships: Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs). Both provide special learning opportunities in exchange for a stipend/salary and Tuition Award. In addition, by simply filing your FAFSA each year, you will be able to participate in the Federal Plus Loans and Federal Direct Loan Programs. With proper planning, going back to graduate school is more than possible. We are committed to breaking barriers and opening doors for all future students. Contact us to learn more about affordability at Morgan's School of Graduate Studies.

  • Graduate Fellowships and federal Title III Graduate Fellowships provide a stipend and Tuition Award

  • Teaching Assistantships offer you the chance to teach and assist with undergraduate courses

  • Research Assistantships give you research experience with faculty-led or external projects

  • Federal Direct Loan Programs include the Direct Subsidized and Direct Unsubsidized Loans

  • Additional Grants and Scholarships from external sources award free money—so apply early

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Discover the MA in Teaching

Find meaningful success—both personally and professionally—with the On-Campus MA in Teaching. If you are ready to learn valuable skills for a more rewarding career, why wait? Request more information today and we will reach out to you with all the details.

1700 East Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21251
(443) 885-3185