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techniques for working with diverse populations that have special
needs relative to variability (culture, learning, ethnicity, gender, age,
SES, others), acquire knowledge for the application of technology in
learning and teaching, and enhance their interpersonal
communications skills while communicating positive dispositions.

Admission to the Program

To be admitted for the Graduate School program at Bowie State
University, the applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a
regionally accrediting association. In addition, the student must present
an official transcript with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5
or better (on a 4.0 scale).

Students requesting admission to the MAT Program must complete an
application and submit it to the Department of Teaching, Learning and
Professional Development (TLPD). In addition, applicants to the MAT
Program must submit proof of the following:
1. A 3.0 overall (GPA) on a 4.0 scale in the undergraduate courses
2. Passing scores on the PRAXIS I: Academic Assessment Tests
3. An interview (provide a resume or curriculum vitae, writing
samples, three letters of recommendation packaged as part of
an entrance portfolio) with the Department of Teaching,
Learning and Professional Development
4. Students must sign a Letter of Intent (LOI) to register in the
MAT Program and declare the area of certification eligibility
sought.
5. A Bachelor’s degree in preparation for eligibility in the areas
below:

 Secondary Education Preparation (SCED) –
undergraduate degree in a content area as
indicated above/or others at the discretion of the
Department of Teaching, Learning and
Professional Development. Students with
degrees in English, mathematics, science-
biology, chemistry, physics, and history/social
studies students must meet the requirements of
the National Councils in the areas above. Some
examples: History/social studies (geography and

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