M.A. for Teachers of Mathematics

Application Fees : US$ 70

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. Some programs may have higher academic requirements, such as competitive programs in engineering or business.
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 68.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 80 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities as mathematics teachers, curriculum specialists, instructional coaches, and more. The program's emphasis on professional development, collaboration, and research prepares educators to be effective leaders and contributors to the field of mathematics education.

1. Mathematics Teacher: Graduates of the M.A. for Teachers of Mathematics program can continue their careers as mathematics teachers in elementary, middle, or high schools. They will be equipped with enhanced teaching skills and a deeper understanding of mathematics content.

2. Curriculum Specialist: Some graduates may choose to work as curriculum specialists, collaborating with school districts to design and implement effective mathematics curricula.

3. Instructional Coach: Graduates can explore opportunities as instructional coaches, providing support and mentoring to other mathematics educators to improve their instructional practices.

4. Mathematics Department Chair: Some experienced teachers may take on leadership roles as mathematics department chairs, overseeing the curriculum and instructional quality in their school.

5. Education Consultant: Graduates may become education consultants, working with educational organizations or publishing companies to develop mathematics teaching materials and resources.

6. Professional Development Facilitator: Some graduates may work as professional development facilitators, delivering workshops and training sessions for teachers on mathematics education.

7. Mathematics Education Researcher: Graduates interested in education research may pursue careers as mathematics education researchers, contributing to the advancement of best practices in mathematics teaching and learning.