MAT Magis
Inspired by magis, the Latin word for “more,” Billiken Teacher Corps: MAT Magis candidates do more for their students as they grow and strengthen their knowledge and support for their students by earning their Master of Arts in Teaching with alternative certification.
This two-year, 37- to 38-credit-hour program is a flexible option for individuals who are already secondary, middle or elementary teachers in Catholic schools or who are seeking those positions. MAT Magis is also open to half-time teachers and elementary classroom aides with bachelor’s degrees who want additional credentials.
- - Unlike Cura Community, MAT Magis is not a residential program. Optional opportunities for spiritual development and community building are available to students in this pathway.
- - Alternative certification is available upon meeting Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requirements.
- - Members of this program collaborate with a school mentor and a University supervisor to receive real-time feedback and support around instructional strategies and classroom management.
- - If not already employed by a Catholic school, MAT Magis applicants work with the Billiken Teacher Corps program director to secure a school placement that fits their content background and teaching desires.
- - Applicants to the MAT Magis program earn an automatic tuition discount (approximately 1/3) from when employed by a Catholic school at the start of coursework and throughout the program.
MAT Magis Timeline
For this two-year program, classes are taken throughout two summers and one evening each week during the school year.
MAT Magis students can begin coursework in the summer, fall or spring semesters. The BTC director must approve a fall or spring start.
- June Start – Priority Deadline: Jan. 25. Final Deadline: April 15
- August Start - Priority Deadline: April 1. Final Deadline: July 15
- January Start - Priority Deadline: Aug. 1. Final Deadline: Nov. 15