2016-2017 University Catalog
Art Education, MAT
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Banner Code: AR-MAT-ARTE
Web: soa.gmu.edu
College: College of Visual and Performing Arts
Department: School of Art
Graduate Program
The School of Art offers a Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education that has two concentrations: one concentration for those seeking certification (MAT I) as well as a one for licensed art teachers who are continuing education (MAT II).
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education (MAT I) is a pre-service degree program that prepares students with a BFA degree or equivalent for PreK-12 art licensure by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Using a studio-based approach to art education and working closely with area public school systems, the MAT degree consists of 30 credits of graduate art education, school practicum experience, studio work, and pre-service teaching internship and seminar.
The concentration for licensed art teachers (MAT II) is designed for PreK-12 licensed art teachers who currently hold an undergraduate degree in art education and a current teaching license in Art Education. Applicants are interested in obtaining a graduate art education degree for further professional development. Students take graduate art education courses, approved graduate level studio art courses, education courses, and complete a capstone project.
Students must earn a B- or higher in licensure coursework.
An accelerated master’s option is available to students in the bachelor’s program. See Art and Visual Technology, BFA/Art Education, Accelerated MAT for requirements.
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the general university admission requirements for graduate study, admission to this program is contingent on completion of a BFA in visual art or approved equivalent. Also, candidates must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative undergraduate GPA.
Eligibility for the MAT I in Art Education program may demand additional course work to establish proficiency in visual arts. Students lacking a strong background in the visual arts or pedagogy, or those who earned a BFA or BA at an institution other than Mason, may be required to satisfy prerequisite courses prior to entry into the graduate program. Applicants must complete an endorsement worksheet through the College of Education and Human Development in order to prove that their previous coursework satisfies the prerequisite requirements for Virginia licensure and/or for entry into the Master’s program.
Students interested in pursuing the degree with the concentration for licensed art teachers must meet the above with the following exceptions: admission is contingent upon the completion of a BFA or BA in art or art education with a minimum 3.00 cumulative undergraduate GPA, maintaining a current PreK-12 license to teach art education with at least one or more years of art teaching experience.
Applications will be accepted for fall and spring semesters. The deadline for receipt of application materials is October 1 and March 1. Each applicant must provide the following materials:
- Completed application form
- Certified copies of all undergraduate transcripts and any graduate transcripts
- Statement of intent and professional goals for entering the field
- Three letters of reference from faculty members or individuals who have firsthand knowledge of the applicant’s academic or professional capabilities
- Official scores on Praxis Core or SAT equivalent (MAT I only)
- Endorsement Worksheet (MAT I only)
- TOEFL score (for international applicants only)
- Portfolio Requirement*:
- MAT I: portfolio must include 15 to 20 images that reflect artistic breadth and depth, including drawing skills of the applicant’s art.
- MAT II: portfolio must include 10 images of the applicant’s personal art that reflect artistic breadth and depth, including drawing skills, along with 10 student art works displaying a variety of 2-D and 3-D media. Student artwork is to be accompanied by a brief description of the lesson content.
*All portfolios should be submitted through SlideRoom. All portfolios must include title, date, medium, and size of each work. Incomplete portfolios will not be considered.
All application materials should be submitted to the Office of Graduate Admissions. Qualified applicants may be invited to an on-campus interview. Applicants should visit the graduate admissions page on the School of Art’s website for more details.
Diversity among students is another consideration for acceptance into the program. Applicants with degrees in areas other than art are welcome, although they may be required to complete additional undergraduate core, studio, and art history courses.
Academic Policies
Please see College of Visual and Performing Arts academic policies.
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