Master of Arts (Teaching Residents at Teachers College)
With NY State Initial Certification in Mathematics 7-12
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Admission Information
Displaying requirements for the Spring 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 2027 terms.
Program is not accepting applications for the 2027 cycle.
Master of Arts
- Points/Credits: 44
- Entry Terms: Spring, Summer
- Enrollment Formats: Full-Time Campus-Based
Certification
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- NY State Initial: Mathematics 7-12
Application Requirements
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Online Degree Application, including Statement of Purpose and Resume | |
| Transcripts and/or Course-by-Course Evaluations for all Undergraduate/Graduate Coursework Completed | |
| Results from an accepted English Proficiency Exam (if applicable) | |
| $75 Application Fee | |
| Two (2) Letters of Recommendation | |
| GRE General Test is optional | |
| Supplemental application required (included in online application) | |
| Interview (phone, video, or in-person) required for all applicants |
For admission-related inquiries, please contact MSTadmission@tc.columbia.edu.
Mathematics education students seeking Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Master of Education degrees are expected to have completed at least 24 credits of undergraduate mathematics.
Requirements from the TC Catalog (AY 2026-2027)
View catalog information for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 terms.