Program Overview
The Elementary Education at Andrews University is a MAT programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Elementary Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Michigan City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Elementary Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Philosophical Foundations for Professionals
- Psychology and Education of Exceptional Children
- Methods for Integrating Instructional Technology
- Project Implementation
- Principles of Teaching and Learning
- Classroom Testing and Evaluation
- Elementary Language Arts Methods
- Elementary Mathematics Methods
- Elementary Science and Health Methods
- Elementary Social Studies and Character Education Methods
- Methods for Integrating Arts & Movement in Elementary Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Baccalaureate degree: A four-year degree from an accredited United States institution, or its equivalent from an institution outside the U.S. Degree must have a major or 2 minor(s) in teaching area(s). If not previously taken, must be taken to complete the MAT.
- Undergraduate GPA: Minimum 3.00. The entire student profile is considered during the admissions process; students who do not meet the minimum GPA requirements may also apply.
- Candidates for the MAT degree: Must hold or qualify for a Seventh-day Adventist or State of Michigan teaching certificate or its equivalent before the degree can be granted.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,568 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Andrews University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Andrews University
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
