Master of Arts in Teaching
Whether you are currently a student in TWU’s Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program, or are considering applying for the program, we want to welcome you to our website. Texas Woman’s University is entering its second century of preparing outstanding teachers and the graduates of our teacher education program are continuing to make a significant and positive difference in communities and schools throughout Texas, the nation, and the world
Teaching is a very enriching and rewarding professional career and in TWU’s MAT program you will acquire the knowledge and skills to help you succeed in this important and satisfying profession. At TWU you will find a program that is thorough and of the highest quality, but that has the flexibility and convenience that you need in today’s world. You will find a well-qualified faculty with many years of experience in every aspect of teaching. You will be well prepared in both your content field and in the art and science of teaching. You will find mentoring that will support and guide you in your path to the education profession. And, you will acquire many hours of practical, hands-on experience working and teaching in real classrooms.
If you are currently in the MAT program we wish you continued success and encourage you to let us know how we can help you in your journey to teaching. If you are considering the MAT program at TWU we invite you to join us and find out for yourself the value of a graduate degree from Texas Woman’s University. If I can be of any help to you in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jerry Whitworth, Ed.D.
Director, MAT Program
"I know that since coming to TWU, I’ve grown as a person and as a student, and I’ve developed as an artist."