Overview

The program at Towson University is designed to provide certified middle and high school teachers with an in-depth study of mathematics and its teaching and learning. Teachers in this program learn powerful mathematics, closely tied to the curriculum they teach, while also gaining practical pedagogical expertise as well as analytic and leadership skills. Mathematics Education graduates are prepared for leadership positions in mathematics education such as master teachers, curriculum developers and mathematics supervisors.

Key facts

As a master's degree student, you will choose one of two tracks. Both tracks include courses in mathematics, pedagogy, and integration of technology, while providing flexibility for you to design a program that fits your own needs and interests.

Middle school track: Designed for current and future middle school mathematics teachers, including those with a background in elementary education.
Secondary school track: Designed for certified secondary mathematics teachers with a strong background in mathematics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultural And Philosophical Background Of Mathematics

Technology In School Mathematics Teaching And Learning

Curriculum Issues In Secondary School Mathematics

Seminar In Teaching Advanced Placement Calculus

Concepts And Issues In Education

Research And Information Technology

Assessment And Evaluation In Education

Teaching In A Multicultural Society

Teaching In The Middle School

Discipline And Classroom Management In Secondary Schools

Advanced Processes Of Teaching And Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Towson, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Applicants must meet the general requirements for graduate study outlined in this catalog. The applicant must possess current certification for teaching secondary school mathematics (Secondary School Track) or teaching elementary school (Middle School Track). In some circumstances, as determined by the program director, two years of recent, documented, full-time teaching experience may replace the certification requirement. For the Secondary School Track, the applicant should have an undergraduate degree (or MAT) in mathematics with a secondary education concentration or the equivalent, from a regionally accredited college or university**, with a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 for full admission and 2.75 for conditional admission.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

48060 USD / year

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Out-of-State

48060 USD / year

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In-State

26604 USD / year

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Living costs

Towson

United States

1797 - 3043 USD / month

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