How to Apply & Deadlines
Graduate Admissions - Supplemental Instructions
Master of Arts in Teaching, M.A.T.
Letters of Recommendation
At least one of the three letters of recommendation should be from someone such as a college course instructor who can evaluate your academic ability.
Statement of Purpose
The Statement of Purpose should describe your interest in teaching, pertinent background experiences and relevant aspirations.
Additional Test Requirements
Applicants who apply for a foreign language content area (all languages other than Latin) need to take the ACTFL OPI (Oral Proficiency Interview) and score AT LEAST Advanced Low.
Contact ACTFL to schedule an OPI by either calling (800) 486-8444 or going to The ACTFL Language Teasting Office. Make sure you identify yourself as a UNC-Chapel Hill Graduate School applicant.