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Salem College

About

Founded by the Moravian Church, Salem is an independent college committed to the liberal arts and the preparation of professional educators.  Located in historic Old Salem in the city of Winston-Salem, Salem College seeks to demonstrate the relevance of more than two centuries of liberal arts education to the demands of contemporary society. In addition to serving women, Salem College also admits men ages 23 and over into the adult and graduate education programs, including teacher education.  Salem offers undergraduate and graduate programs leading to North Carolina teacher licensure.

  • College or University
  • Winston-Salem, NC

Institution Links

  • Admissions
  • Financial Aid Office
  • Online Application
Destiny Mims

The teacher education program at Salem College strengthened my passion for education. My multiple experiences in the classroom exposed me to the many aspects of the career. I was connected with exceptional educators throughout the program, in addition to working with the phenomenal faculty members at the college. Consequently, I felt more than prepared to accept my first teaching position immediately after my student-teaching experience.

Destiny Mims

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Programs

Master’s & licensure

Master of Arts in Teaching

  • From 36 to 48 months

    Program Duration

  • In-person

    Program Format

  • Pre-Test Required

    No

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Program

Program Info

The Salem College Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is designed for students who have a bachelor’s degree in an area other than education and would like to transition to the teaching profession. The program is organized into two phases; at the completion of Phase 1, candidates have earned a teaching license and are eligible for employment. Upon completion of Phase 2, candidates have earned the master’s degree and are eligible for a graduate-level teaching license.  

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Deadlines

    Program Start

  • Jul. 15, 2025

    Fall

  • Dec. 15, 2025

    Spring

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Application Fee & Annual Tuition

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and apply for a$1000 Scholarship

  • $21,600

    In State Tuition

  • $21,600

    Out of State Tuition

  • $30

    Application Fee

Ways to Lower Your Costs

Students at Salem College have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Salem College to see if you can, too!

Amount
Description

Student Loans, Payroll Deduction

MAT students are eligible for graduate-level financial assistance. 

Work Study, Working While Still Enrolled

Graduate students may complete the MAT program while employed by a local school district.

For more information visit:Financial Aid Office

Licensure Areas

Art (K-12)
Elementary Education (K-6)
English (9-12)
French (K-12)
Language Arts, Middle Grades, Middle Grades (6-9)
Math (6-9)
Math (9-12)
Reading (K-12)
Science (9-12)
Science, Middle Grades (6-9)
Social Studies (9-12)
Social Studies, Middle Grades (6-9)
Spanish (K-12)
Special Education: General Curriculum (K-12)

Stats

Gender

  • Male

  • Female

    3%

    97%

Ethnicity

  • American Indian or Alaskan Native

  • Asian

  • Black

  • Hispanic/Latino

  • Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander

  • White

  • Two or more races

    0%

    0%

    13%

    0%

    0%

    84%

    3%

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