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A School with a Mission.
Explore our Teacher Preparation Programs
- Full & Part-time options
- Summer, Fall, Winter, & Spring start dates
- Internship options available for currently employed teachers
- Strong preparation to support the learning of all students in the complex classrooms of California schools
- Option to add Bilingual Authorization in Spanish
- Master of Arts in Teaching and Teaching Credential in less than 2 years
Alumni Perspective:
"The biggest takeaway from my experiences in the MA in Teaching and Teaching Credential program is that real change is possible for the future of education. Santa Clara University exposed me to a network of professors and future educators who value the importance of inclusivity and access, and are dedicated to improving education for generations of future students."
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Elementary Education:
- Students learn effective, research-tested strategies for teaching reading, mathematics and science in the early grades.
- Core attention to issues of equity and inclusive learning practices for younger children.
Secondary Education:
- Students will learn effective, research-tested strategies for supporting high school students and fostering positive classroom cultures.
- Strong focus on adolescent literacy across all curricular areas.
- Single Subject credentials offered in: English, mathematics, biological sciences, chemistry, geosciences, physics, social science, and world languages (Spanish).
Catholic Education:
- A formational program specifically designed for the needs of Catholic schools.
- Students earn both an MA Teaching and the academic preparation for a CA teaching credential.
- Programs for both existing Catholic teachers across California (CatMAT) or a specialized program for aspiring teachers seeking to live in community with fellow students in the Bay Area (ExCEL).
NEW! Hybrid and Online Master’s in Teaching (MA) and Teaching Credential Options available in 2023.
MA Teaching 2021 Graduate
Reputation for Quality
Santa Clara has prepared teachers for the classroom for 100 years. Our student placement program places students across the Bay Area in a variety of schools. The extensive SCU network and reputation give our students the opportunity to receive multiple job offers after graduation.
Flexibility & Affordability
Our MA programs are offered part-time, full-time, online, or in-person. This allows students to work our programs into their schedule, not the other way around. Students are offered a multitude of financial aid and scholarship options.
Personalized Instruction
Our program is designed to deliver an exceptional education experience, with attention to students' individual, instructional needs. Santa Clara students are driven to build a better, kinder, more humane, more sustainable planet.
Experienced Faculty
Our experienced faculty have decades of real-world experience, including former elementary and secondary teachers and principals. Their life experience, combined with their current research, allows students to learn both practical and theoretical approaches to teaching.
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Secondary Education
Learn strategies to support high school students, fostering positive classrooms. Single Subject credentials offered in English, math, sciences, Spanish, and more.
Elementary Education
Learn research-backed teaching strategies for early grades in reading, math, science, with a focus on equity and inclusivity.
Bilingual Authorization
Receive your California Bilingual Authorization to teach specific subject areas like Biology, Mathematics and Social Studies in Spanish.
Catholic Education
Available for both current and future Catholic teachers across California (CatMAT), this program focuses on values-based teaching.
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Combine scholarships & external grants to fund up to 100% of your program.
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Teacher Education Programs
Info Session
Learn more about our master's in teaching program in this free session hosted by our Graduate Admissions team.
Application Workshop
Led by the Admissions team, this workshop explains admission requirements and offers tips on how to submit a strong application.
Ready to inspire and be inspired?
Join our online program for educators on a mission. Apply today – your journey towards transforming education starts here.
We empower educators to shape brighter futures through dedicated mentorship and inclusive teaching.
Your journey to inspire and innovate starts here
"I was touched by many inspirational teachers and mentors along the way who helped me see my true calling within the classroom."
Jose Arriaga '21
Learn from anywhere while still connecting with peers, professors, campus activities, and the greater Silicon Valley community.
Each of Santa Clara University's Online programs promise an equal quality, accredited education. The only difference? Everything is on your schedule.
SCU Online blends top-tier education with accessibility and flexibility
On-campus, hybrid, or online — experience the same quality and faculty engagement.
Same quality education, now with online options
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Catholic Teacher Program (CatMAT)
All full-time Catholic school teachers are eligible to join CatMAT, and they receive a 50% tuition reduction for the program.
M. Priscilla Myers Endowed Scholarship (MATTC)
Provides support for students who take two of Professor Priscilla Myer's reading classes.
This fellowship offers a 50% tuition scholarship based on community service hours and committing to 2 years of teaching in a high-need school.
SEMILLA Teacher Fellowship (MATTC)
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Master’s in Teaching & Teaching Credential (MATTC)
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