With a master of arts in teaching, you’ll use your gifts as a teacher to influence future generations.
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Delivery
Blended
Finish in as few as
17-23 months (plus a thesis)
Estimated tuition
$20,520-$21,090
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Program highlights
Field experiences and student teaching
You’ll take part in field experiences in elementary and secondary schools to observe current education practices and confirm that education is the right career choice for you. Then you will student teach for several months alongside a school’s teacher and a Bethel supervisor. Their coaching will help you apply coursework and theory in a classroom and move you closer to being qualified to teach in your own classroom upon program completion.
Innovative professors
While you earn your master's degree in teaching, our instructors bring excellent teaching skills and innovation as they model the cutting-edge teaching strategies you will use in your future classrooms.
Unique licensure options
Our unique licensure options include the option for a dual licensure, allowing you to earn a license in two content areas, making you more marketable to public and private schools.
Student success
Caring advisors and professors will support you and ensure that you have everything you need to succeed.
Flexible course options
Our program—which includes both face-to-face and online courses—is designed for students who work full time, have families, and are involved in their community. Along with the traditional 23-month timeline, you can pursue a fast-track option and finish in as few as 17 months, plus a thesis.
Christian and diverse perspectives
Courses are taught from a foundation of faith, which adds meaning. And you’ll consider educational theory and practices from national and international viewpoints to learn best practices of K-12 education in Minnesota public and private schools.
Our mission
In our adult-undergraduate and graduate education programs, we lead in faith-based teacher preparation and are committed to evidence-based innovation in education. We prepare our educators like you to implement academic excellence in K-12 classrooms and beyond while valuing the unique qualities of each individual, understanding that everyone is made in God’s image (Imago Dei). Learn more about our program's mission.
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Our program is built around Minnesota state licensure standards, but we bring added value: our faculty teach from a foundation in the Christian faith, which is woven into every course. With this approach, our program develops teachers who are knowledgeable, collaborative, and caring—reflecting a strong moral framework of integrity and compassion. While earning a license to teach in one of 10 different content areas, you’ll learn to stay on the cutting edge of our rapidly changing education environment.
94%
'16-'17 Bethel teaching grads that would recommend Bethel to other prospective teachers
- 2016-2017 Bush Exit Survey97% to 100% of students pass the various MN Teacher Licensure Examinations
Bethel's Masters of Education/Initial Licensure program was great because it allowed me to work my full time job while taking classes before successfully transition into my new career of teaching, all within 18 months.
Travis Birklid '12Current job: Roseville Area High School Business Education Teacher
While I originally selected Bethel's grad program for its affordability, it was Bethel's faith-based learning and remarkable instructors that affirmed I made the right choice. The professors demonstrated relevant and cutting-edge strategies that really helped me distinguish myself as a leader!
Mandira Randall '16Middle School Physical Science Teacher
At Bethel, I learned from faculty who were not only well grounded in theory, but had practical experience in the classroom. The cohort I was a part of provided a rich educational experience, with people who have become lifelong friends.
Seth Hinrichs '177th Grade ELA Teacher, Anoka Middle School for the Arts
After over 20 years in financial services I decided to make a big career switch to teaching Spanish. I couldn't have made a better choice to prepare me than Bethel's MAT program - great instructors, support, and curriculum!
Brian Murphy '14Current job: Spanish Teacher at Parnassus Preparatory School
Bethel University and the instructors in the graduate school program are very supportive and give real world examples. I have been able to change my career and transition into a new industry because of the Masters in Teaching program.
Lawton Burgstahler '15Current job: Buffalo Lake Hector Stewart High School Business Teacher
Bethel allowed me to complete my teaching license and thesis on my own timeline. As a wife and mother, I needed flexibility. They also never gave up on helping me be successful and finishing! Love Bethel!
Rebecca Andreasen '17Science Teacher, Brooklyn Middle School ISD 279
The graduate school teaching program gave me the opportunity to pursue my true passion of teaching. Bethel provided me with real world examples and resources that I could directly use in my own classroom. This program is flexible yet challenging.
Lawton Burgstahler '15Current job: Buffalo Lake Hector Stewart High School Business Teacher
I graduated in December 2013 with a M.A. in Teaching. Now I teach for Austin Adult Learning in Austin, Minnesota. Not only did the program at Bethel fit my schedule, but the teachers and administrators also worked with me individually to help me meet my goals.
Judi Needham '13Current job: Teacher at Austin Adult Learning
Bethel's M.A. in Teaching program prepared me for teaching in today's challenging and ever-changing educational landscape. The instructors were caring and encouraging and the courses were very hands-on and engaging. I LOVE my job as a teacher. Thank you, Bethel!
Theresa Anderson '13Current job: Teacher
Career Outcomes
Outcomes
Our M.A. in Teaching program will prepare you for a successful teaching career and provide you with an initial teaching license. You’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to be a confident teacher prepared to serve kids, families, and communities in a complex and changing educational environment.
Skills
Graduates demonstrate:
- Capacity to integrate values and ethics into teaching
- Ability to plan standards-based instruction
- Application of evidence-based strategies
- Aptitude to design assessments that teach and measure performance
- Ability to differentiate instruction based on students’ unique needs
- A commitment to culturally responsive teaching strategies
- Comfort with educational technologies
- Professionalism in working with schools, teachers, students, administrators, families, and communities
- Strong research skills to craft and defend a master’s thesis
Careers
Equips teachers with skills that apply to growing career fields, including:
- Teaching in traditional middle or high school classrooms in Minnesota public, charter, or private schools
- Leading in technology education
- Educational leadership
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