Adolescence Education: Mathematics, M.A.T.

Admission Requirements

For all applicants:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a bachelor’s degree with at least 30 credits of mathematics courses including Calculus ll, Calculus lll, Linear Algebra, and Discrete Mathematics; or a bachelor’s degree with at least 30 credits in the area of specialization for the degree being sought.(Applicants will be informed of any courses they must complete before being admitted to the program).
• A cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 or higher (on a scale of 4)
• A grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4) in the major coursework or area of specialization.
• Two letters of recommendation
• An admission essay

For International students. Contact the Assistant Director of Admissions, International Student Advisor and Support for additional admission requirements. Contact information can be found on the following webpage: https://www.oldwestbury.edu/admissions/international.

For BS-MAT (5-year Program) applicants:

• Applications to the 5-Year Program are submitted at the end of Year 3.
• Completion of 102 undergraduate credits required for the area of specialization, including all general education requirements, proficiency requirements, all but 18 credits (6 required for the major and 12 elective), by the end of Year 3
• At least two semesters as a full-time student at Old Westbury, by the end of Year 3

Adolescence brings many challenges and adjustments for students in grades 7-12. Central to the success of these students are teachers armed with the knowledge, skills and commitment to student development that, when combined, foster achievement.

To prepare teachers for careers in middle and high school education, SUNY College at Old Westbury offers a degree opportunity in Adolescence Education: Mathematics (7-12): The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) leads to initial certification for aspiring teachers and career-changers seeking to advance their careers.