Whether you’re a recent college graduate or a working professional, Wichita State’s
Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program will help you gain the knowledge and practical
skills vital to becoming a well-prepared, licensed teacher.
Learn how Teaching - Early Childhood Unified Residency is the right fit for you.
At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has
a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping
you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.
Completed at least a BA/BS degree from an accredited institution
A minimum GPA of 3.0 in last 60 hours, OR a GPA of 2.750 in last 60 hours combined
with Miller Analogies Test score of at least 40 or GRE score
Passed a criminal background check that they obtain at their own expense
For additional admission details, click on the link below.
Curriculum
The early childhood unified residency (ECU-R) track is offered for students seeking
initial KSDE license in early childhood unified: birth–third grade. The graduate-level
initial licensure program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework, student teaching
and a capstone project or thesis.
Careers
A graduate degree from Wichita State’s College of Applied Studies will give you the
knowledge, skills and confidence to make a positive impact in the classroom—and on
your career.