Here are 10 of the best teacher colleges where you can earn your Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) online. Every school of education on this list is an established, reputable, regionally accredited institution.

The online MAT degree programs offered by these schools have been thoroughly researched by our editors and exhibit exceptional quality, high academic standards, and a good value. With any of the top teaching programs on this list you can be confident that you will receive the training and credentialing you need to enhance the lives of students and advance your career in education. Click on the name of each school for more information.

#1. University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) Rossier School of Education was founded in 1918 and is considered to be one of the world’s top graduate institutions in the field of urban education. The goal of the school is to develop teachers and instill in them the ideas that they are community leaders and agents of change.

MAT Program Details
The online Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) program offered by the USC Rossier School of Education is known for its rigorous academic curriculum and selective admission process. Students accepted into the program are taught to view education from a broad perspective and to use new or improved methods of teaching whenever possible. This online program can be completed in as few as 13 months through interactive classes, face-to-face online communication and social networking.

Accreditation
USC and the Rossier School of Education are regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

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#3. Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is a private, interdenominational Christian university established in 1949. Located in Phoenix, AZ, GCU emphasizes applying Christ-centered ethics and values to the workplace. GCU offers academic programs through its seven colleges and consistently ranks among the top educational institutions offering online courses.

MAT Program Overview
Grand Canyon University offers an online Master of Arts in Teaching degree through its College of Education. Students must be licensed teachers to enroll. Two areas of emphasis are offered: professional learning communities (PLC) and teacher leadership. Students in the professional learning communities track will explore the history of PLCs and the traits that distinguish them from other collaborative models. Emphasis is placed on the shift from teaching to learning. Teachers in the leadership track gain the knowledge and skills to become highly effective in instructional leadership, curriculum coaching and classroom management. Students in both tracks participate in an action research program and complete 34 credits.

Accreditation
Grand Canyon University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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#4. Kaplan University

Kaplan University is the result of a partnership between Iowa’s American Institute of Commerce (AIC) and Kaplan, Inc., a tutoring and college preparation company. One of the largest and most respected providers of online education, Kaplan currently enrolls over 77,000 students.

MAT Program Overview
There are two versions of KU’s Master of Arts in Teaching degree program. The Iowa certification program is available to students who live in Iowa or close enough to participate in weekly field training at an Iowa school. Students complete all of the requirements for a teaching license from the state of Iowa. This includes the M.A.T. coursework as well as 100 hours of fieldwork, a portfolio, and experience as a student teacher or intern. Graduates will be recommended for Iowa licensure. The program available nationwide does not lead directly to certification. Instead, the non-certification program gives students a foundation of knowledge that will allow them to begin pursuing state certification.

Accreditation
Kaplan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

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#5. Western Governors University

Western Governors University (WGU) is a nonprofit online university founded by governors from 19 U.S. states in 1997. Specializing in accelerated education for working adults, there are over 35,000 students currently enrolled in the institution. WGU has garnered several awards for the quality and value of its online degree programs.

MAT Program Overview
There are four separate Master of Arts in Teaching degree programs available at WGU, all of which lead to teaching licenses. The specialization choices are elementary education, science, math, and social science. The social science option, which is for grades five through 12, requires 37 credit hours. The science and mathematics options require 39 credits for either grades five through nine or five through 12. The elementary education M.A.T. degree requires 45 credits and focuses on kindergarten through grade eight. The programs work best for students who can devote at least 15 hours a week to their studies. Most students get their degrees in two to two and a half years.

Accreditation
Western Governors University is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). WGU is also the first exclusively online university to receive accreditation from the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) for its teaching licensure degree programs.

#6. Liberty University Online

Liberty University Online is one of the top distance-education institutions serving the Christian community. The university offers more than 45 degree programs and has a student body of approximately 60,000. The nonprofit status of Liberty University Online helps keep tuition rates low and ensures that the focus of the administration and faculty is on the students.

MAT Program Overview
One of programs offered by Liberty University Online leads to a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree. This program is specifically designed for students with no prior experience in teaching but who wish to receive teaching licenses. All students are required to take the core courses, but concentrations are available for elementary education, secondary education and special education.

Accreditation
Liberty University Online is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which is one of the six regional accrediting agencies in the United States. In addition, the university’s education programs are specially accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

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#8. American College of Education

American College of Education (ACE) is an online university dedicated to training educators based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The school provides online degree programs exclusively in education and has a 95 percent satisfaction rate among students.

MAT Program Overview
American College of Education offers Master of Education degree programs with concentrations in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, educational technology, and elementary education. Students of each concentration are taught practical solutions for improving schools and classrooms. There are also two graduate degree programs leading to education certifications in either secondary or elementary school education. The Transition to Teaching program consists of 10 courses, including 10 weeks of fieldwork as a student teacher. Students can achieve their T2T certificates in 12 to 18 months. The Master of Arts in Teaching graduate degree program includes the T2T courses, three additional courses, and a capstone experience. After 18 to 24 months, graduates are qualified for K-12 certification in Indiana.

Accreditation
American College Education is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

#9. Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University is a private university in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Nova University of Advanced Technology, which would eventually merge with Southeastern University of Health Sciences to become Nova Southeastern University, was established in 1964. The Princeton Review has recognized the university as one of the best distance learning graduate institutions in the nation.

MAT Program Overview
Nova Southeastern University offers an online Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning (M.A.T.) degree. The program boasts a 90% graduation rate. The online program allows for a very flexible schedule, and the degree can be completed in less than one year. Specializations include elementary reading, elementary math, curriculum and instruction, and K-12 technology integration.

Accreditation
The accrediting body for Nova Southeastern University is the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The M.A.T. program is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).