Looking to transition into a fulfilling career in education? With Siena’s Master of Arts in Teaching program, you can earn your New York State teaching certification in as little as one year. Our MAT program produces teachers who are compassionate, whip‑smart and ready to go.
Can’t wait to get started? We still have a few spots left for this fall! Apply by August 1 and hear back ASAP.
Our graduates boast a 100% job placement rate, with many able to negotiate higher salaries. Plus, the demand for qualified teachers is at an all-time high.
Choose between one-year and two-year completion options. Start in the fall, spring or summer. And enjoy coursework that’s tailored to your subject of interest.
Each faculty member has secondary teaching experience, ensuring you learn from seasoned educators.
Siena’s MAT program is one of only a few one-year internship programs in New York State. Working closely with mentor-teachers, you’ll gain hands-on experience through a half-day internship in a secondary school.
We offer competitive tuition rates, potential eligibility for transfer credit or course waivers and articulation agreements that offer two tuition-free courses. Additionally, flexible payment plans and federal and private student loans are available to help manage expenses.
Absolutely. Choose the path that’s right for you:
Yes we do: Master of Arts in English to Speakers of Other Languages program; Master of Arts in Curriculum program; and the M.S. in Early Childhood and Childhood Education program.
If inspiring minds and hearts (and getting summers off!) sounds like the perfect next step in your career, let us tell you more. No matter your schedule, areas of interest or long-term aspirations, we got you. After all, the best teachers are Saints.