For NYU College of Arts and Science Undergraduates Only
NYU Steinhardt's Department of Teaching and Learning and the NYU College of Arts and Science (CAS) offer the BA English/MAT Teaching English: Transformational Teaching for CAS undergraduates that allows you to earn a bachelor of arts and an master of arts in teaching in only five years. Graduates are eligible for New York State initial certification as a teacher for grades 7-12.
Official Degree Title
Bachelor of Arts in English and Master of Arts in Teaching in Transformational Teaching in Middle and High School, English Education Concentration
Degree
BA
MAT
Application Deadline
Fall Start:
January 15
Plan Code
TTMD-MAT
Subplan Code
ENG
Credits
146
(128 for BA, 30 for MAT, 12 double-counted)
Format
Full-time or Part-time
Contact
Admissions Requirements
In order to apply to this dual-degree program, you must:
- Be a current, matriculated undergraduate in NYU College of Arts and Science,
- Have declared an approved CAS major in English
- Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Have completed a minimum of three semesters in CAS (transfer students must have completed a minimum of one semester)
- Have a minimum of two semesters remaining prior to graduation (one Fall and one Spring). Students may not submit a pre-application to the Teacher Education track during their final two semesters.
NYU Steinhardt’s admission process seeks to identify individuals who have the potential to do advanced graduate-level work, a demonstrated potential for teaching, and an interest in urban education through relevant coursework in their subject area and extracurricular volunteer or work experience with children or youth, such as tutoring independently or through a sponsored program like America Reads/Counts, being a camp counselor, or working in an after-school program.
Unfortunately, we cannot perform a transcript review prior to you applying to our program. Transcripts will be reviewed in detail, as part of the application process, by the Admissions Committee.
See more information on applying to the BA/MAT Teacher Education dual-degree programs.
How to Apply
These instructions and requirements are for all applicants. If you are not a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States, please read the special instructions for international applicants.
The application process for this dual degree consists of two parts:
First, submit an online pre-application form after you complete three semesters of study in CAS (one semester for transfer students). See the form for Fall and Spring priority submission deadlines.
For formal admission to Steinhardt, you must also submit the Steinhardt graduate application prior to graduating from CAS. Admission to any of the BA/MAT Teacher Education tracks does not guarantee admission to Steinhardt.
Your graduate application to NYU Steinhardt. will require the following items. The following are acceptable document types for uploads: .pdf, .jpeg, .jpg, .gif, .tiff, .png, .doc, .docx, and bitmap.
1. Prepare Your Application
Résumé/CV
You are required to upload a copy of your most recent résumé or curriculum vitae as part of your application.
Statement of Purpose
You are required to upload a typed, double-spaced, two- to three-page statement explaining your purpose in undertaking graduate study in this particular program as part of your application. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and to inform the admissions committee about your goals, interests, and career plans as they relate to your intended academic pursuits.
Letters of Recommendation
Submit two letters of recommendation. Be sure to request them well in advance of the deadline. Read detailed instructions on submitting letters of recommendation.
Transcripts
Upload one official copy of transcripts from every postsecondary institution (college/university) you have attended or are attending. Please note: This includes transcripts from institutions where you received transfer credits or did not complete a degree. Make sure to request an official copy of the transcript(s) in advance of the deadline.
Transfer Credits
We understand accepted transfer credits may be clearly listed on your degree awarding institution’s transcript. The Office of Graduate Admissions still requires a transcript from the initial credit-granting institution where you took the course(s). Delay in listing and uploading these transcripts can significantly delay the application review process.
Institutions Outside the US or Canada
If you completed or are completing a degree at an institution outside of the US or Canada, you are required to provide a WES or ECE international credentials evaluation. Please review our requirements for translation and a course-by-course evaluation of your transcripts.
GRE or MAT
The GRE or MAT is NOT Required.
Proficiency in English
See testing requirements.
2. Apply
Application
After you fill in and upload the required information, you can submit your completed application. Your application must be completed, dated, electronically signed, and submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST of the stated deadline.
Application Fee
You will be prompted to pay a $75 application fee, payable by major credit card only. After submitting your payment, you will see your application status change from “saved” to “submitted.” Please print this screen for your records, as it confirms that your application has been successfully sent to our school. If you have problems submitting your payment, please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions. Learn more about our fee waiver policy.
Mailing Additional Items
If any application materials need to be mailed to our office, mail the materials to NYU Steinhardt, Office of Graduate Admissions, 82 Washington Square East, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10003-6680. Please do not mail your materials in binders or folders. Any mailed materials must be received by, not postmarked by, the stated deadline. Only completed applications will be considered and reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt of mailed materials.
3. Receive Your Admission Decision
Decision
You will be notified about your decision by email. Typically, decisions will start going out in late November for Spring semester enrollment and in late March or early April for Summer or Fall enrollment. You may learn of your decision before or after this timeline.
Application Policies
Application deadlines are "in-office" deadlines, not postmark deadlines. It is your responsibility to ensure that all materials are in the Office of Graduate Admissions by the appropriate deadline, and we reserve the right to return any application that arrives after the deadline. Only completed applications will be considered. Should a deadline fall on a weekend, the in-office deadline will be the next business day. We advise you to apply early.
Please check the online system to confirm that you have successfully submitted your application. Due to the volume of applications and related materials received, the Office of Graduate Admissions will only contact you if your application was successfully submitted and is deemed incomplete because of missing required materials. Otherwise, you will hear from us when the admissions committee has made its decision.
Deferral policy: NYU Steinhardt does not allow deferrals. Applicants who wish to be considered for a future semester must reapply by submitting a new application with all supporting materials, including letters of recommendations, by the application deadline.