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UH Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake

About

UHCL is a four year public university located in the beautiful Bay Area Houston area. Students join a diverse community of more than 9,000 students, faculty and staff who are committed to their success. 40 percent of our students are Hispanic, and many come from other countries around the world. Campus programs and resources embrace diversity at all levels to create an enriching student experience. Students can enroll full-time or part-time and take classes during the day, evening and online. Additionally, courses are offered at campus locations in Pearland and the Texas Medical Center, so students have flexibility in earning their degrees. The College of Education offers nine teacher certification programs, ten graduate programs and two doctoral degrees.

  • College or University
  • Houston, TX

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Jordan Barber

The College of Education program at UHCL helped me become the teacher that I am today by providing me with a variety of learning experiences, from field experience classes to internships. The diversity of professors provided us with an opportunity to learn about education from various experiences.

Jordan Barber

UH Clear Lake

Programs

Master’s & certification

Master of Arts in Teaching

  • From 24 to 48 months

    Program Duration

  • Hybrid

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    Yes

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Program Info

At UHCL, you can become a leader in education while helping students achieve their goals with a Master of Arts in Teaching. If you’re seeking to transition to a career in education, the Master of Arts in Teaching allows you to earn both a teaching certificate and a master’s degree with just 36 semester credit hours. With evening courses available, you have flexibility in earning your degree while working full-time. 

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Jan. 15, 2025

    Spring
  • May 01, 2025

    Summer
  • Aug. 01, 2025

    Fall
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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

Learn how to get$100 Back
and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $9,842

    In State Tuition

  • $19,256

    Out of State Tuition

  • $45

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at University of Houston-Clear Lake have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with University of Houston-Clear Lake to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

$2000-10000

EXCITE Scholarship

The PPOHA Exploring Careers in Teaching (EXCITE) Scholarship offers tuition funds for Hispanic and/or low-income students in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program. Scholarship awards vary from $1,000 to $5,000 per semester, up to a maximum for four semesters.

More info at: https://www.uhcl.edu/education/centers-initiatives/excite/excite-scholarship

Grants, Stipends, Scholarships

Specific amounts not available - https://www.uhcl.edu/costs-aid/scholarships/current-continuing-students/education

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Specific amounts not available - https://www.uhcl.edu/costs-aid/types/work-study/ 

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Certifications

Art (Pre-K-12)
Bilingual Education / Spanish Supplemental
Core Subjects (4-8)
Core Subjects (Pre-K-6)
English Language Arts and Reading (4-8)
English Language Arts and Reading (7-12)
English Language Arts and Reading / Social Studies (4-8)
English as a Second Language Supplemental
Gifted & Talented Supplemental
History (7-12)
Life Science (7-12)
Mathematics (4-8)
Mathematics (7-12)
Physical Education (Pre-K-12)
Physical Science / Science (6-12)
Science (4-8)
Social Studies (4-8)
Social Studies (7-12)
Special Education (Pre-K-12)
Special Education Supplemental

Stats

Gender
  • Male

  • Female


    50%

    50%

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