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Master of Arts in Teaching in Secondary Education with Concentration in Life Science/Chemistry (STEM) Kent State University Kent State University, USA

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USD 19954

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 70

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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79

TOEFL

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58%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Secondary Education serves individuals who have never held a teaching certificate or license.

There are two options of study:

  • 11-month option, which requires full-time study beginning the summer of the year admitted and continuing throughout the academic year
  • Two-year option, which allows for part-time enrollment

The Secondary Education major comprises the following concentrations:

  • Art
  • Chemistry/Physics
  • Dance
  • Earth Science
  • English/Language Arts
  • French
  • German
  • Health
  • Integrated Science
  • Latin
  • Life Science
  • Life Science-Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Physical Education
  • Social Studies
  • Spanish

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Implement current learning theories in the classroom.
  • Demonstrate continued professional development.
  • Understand the scope and sequence of curriculum in their content area for grades seven to 12.
  • Use reflection on teaching as a tool for improving teaching and student learning.
  • Incorporate the appropriate use of technology in classroom lessons to increase student learning.
  • Demonstrate how schools work and how support staff, parents and the community can be utilized to foster and improve their future students' success.
  • Recognize the importance of planning that incorporate national and state standards for their content area.
  • Develop and refine skills in planning, assessment and classroom management that maximize learning for all students.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

May 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    79 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    58 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    58% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    19954

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 70

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    13440 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Global Scholarship
    Honors Scholarship
    Polatajko Family Scholarship
    Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships
    Global Scholarship: Available for incoming international undergraduate students. Renewable if maintaining full-time enrollment and good academic standing.
    Deadline:
     July 1 for Fall (August start)
     November 1 for Spring (January start)
     March 1 for Summer (May start)
     
    Honors Scholarship: For new freshmen admitted to the Honors College. Acholarship is based on GPA.
     Deadline:
     December 1 for Spring (January start)
     January 15 for Fall (August start)
     
     Polatajko Family Scholarship: For undergraduate and graduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
    Deadline:
    August 1 for Fall
    January 10 for Spring

    Graduate Assistance: Includes fellowships and assistantships (teaching, research, or administrative). Offers tuition waivers and stipends in exchange for up to 20 hours of work per week.
    Work Opportunities: International students can work up to 20 hours per week on-campus.
     
    LINK: https://www.kent.edu/admissions/international-students-scholarship-resources
    Global Scholarship Range: $4,300 to $15,000 annually.
     Honors Scholarship Range: $2,000 to $17,000 annually.
    Polatajko Family Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (non-renewable).
     

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