Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)
For the 2013-14 academic year, the tuition charge for MAT students will be $3,330 per unit. The MAT program is completed in three terms for a total of nine units beginning in the fall and ending the following summer.
| Puget Sound Unit Cost | Equivalent Quarter Credit Cost |
|---|---|
| $3,330 | $556 |
Required Units
| Term | Units |
|---|---|
| Fall Term |
4 |
| Spring Term |
3 |
| Summer Term |
2 |
Prerequisites
Most students take prerequisites as part of their undergraduate program. The prerequisites are ED 419 and ED 420 or their equivalent. If needed, prerequisites are offered at Puget Sound during the summer prior to the beginning of the program. Tuition for these prerequisites is $2,500 per course. For more information, call 253.879.3382.
Financial Aid
Student Financial Services staff members are available to discuss financing options for the total cost of the MAT and MEd graduate programs. Financial aid available to graduate students is composed of federal loans and a limited number of departmental scholarships.
Eligibility for need-based financial aid is based on demonstrated financial need. Financial need is defined as the difference between the total cost of attending Puget Sound and the amount you are expected to contribute as calculated by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The cost of attendance is the total cost of tuition billed by the university, plus a standard calculation for room and board allowance, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses.
The FAFSA must be completed each year. The first time you complete the FAFSA you will be considered for financial aid for the fall and spring terms. Because summer term is considered the start of an academic year, you must complete another FAFSA to determine eligibility for summer financial aid. Priority deadline for FAFSA renewal is March 1.
Estimated Financial Aid Available
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal Stafford Loan | $20,500 |
| Federal Perkins Loan | $2,000 |
| Total | $22,500 |
Additional Loan Resources
Graduate PLUS Loan
Graduate students may pursue funding through the Federal Graduate PLUS loan program. Students may borrow a PLUS Loan for any year that they are enrolled at least half-time. The interest rate is fixed at 7.9%.
Private Education Loan
There are many private lenders who offer private educational loans to students provided the qualifying credit and income criteria are met. You can compare options for private education loans through FASTChoice, a free online loan comparison tool.
