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College of Education

Master in Teaching – Application Information Spokane

APPLICATION TO THE SPOKANE MIT PROGRAM

When is the application due?

Priority Application Deadline: This is the preferred deadline for receiving all application materials for the best chance of obtaining an interview and a placement with a mentor in the school district.

Spokane (Elementary and Secondary): November 15

Although late applications may be considered they are on a space-available basis through the closing date and the department cannot guarantee an admission decision will be made prior to the start of the semester for which you apply.

Applications Close: 

Spokane (Elementary and Secondary): April 01

How do I apply to the MIT Program?

Phase I: Application to WSU Graduate School

Here’s a “checklist” of information you’ll need when you apply.

01. WSU Graduate School application through GradCAS.
once in GradCAS search for Washington State University (Teaching), then choose either the Master in Teaching – Elementary, Spokane campus OR the Master in Teaching – Secondary, Spokane campus.

02. Choose your Endorsement Area. Enter this information with your application.

03. Download the Professional and/or Volunteer Experiences form. List any experiences relevant to teaching and learning, once complete upload with your application. (Word or PDF)

04. Current resume.

05. Application Essays. The essays below are an opportunity for you to introduce yourself to the faculty who will review your application. If you have demonstrated special leadership or initiative, be sure to mention that in your responses. (There is incorrect information in GradCAS about the required documents, which can no longer be edited. Please follow the instructions and information below). 

(a) Why do you want to be a teacher? Describe your commitment to the teaching profession and/or children. Recommended length: 250 words.
(b) How have you contributed to the learning or development of others? This might include formal or informal learning, along with social and community organizations. Recommended length: 250 words.
(c) Describe an experience with an individual (or community) that was different from you. How did this experience change or alter your perceptions? Recommended length: 250 words.

06.Three letters of recommendations. The three letters of recommendation, submitted through GradCAS:

  • Contact your references and ask them to write a letter that discusses your interpersonal skills, experience working with youth/adolescents, facility with written and oral communication, and ability to do graduate-level work.
  • It is preferred that letters come from people who have directly observed or worked with you in the experiences you listed on the Documentation of Professional / Volunteer Experience Form (see documents). Letters from faculty who can address your ability to succeed in graduate school are also appropriate. Letters from family members or friends will not be accepted.

07. List complete Educational History and Transcripts from any colleges/universities:

  • Where any degrees have been granted or are expected.
  • That show any graded bachelor’s work and/or graduate-level work (including community college work).
  • Unofficial copies may be uploaded with your Graduate School application for application review. If admitted, you will be required to submit official copies to the WSU Graduate School.
  • Official WSU Transcripts are NOT required for coursework taken at WSU.
Phase II: College of Education information
  • Collect evidence of meeting basic academic skills:
    • If you have taken the SAT, ACT, or West-B in all three subject areas (reading, math, and writing), gather your official test results.
    • If you took the SAT or ACT before writing subject tests, take the West-B writing test and include your results.
    • If you went to WSU for undergrad, WSU may have a copy of your official SAT or ACT.
  • Secondary applicants only: If you do not hold a BA or BS in the content area that you want to teach, submit your unofficial transcript(s) and a self-evaluation form. This will help us identify potential coursework deficiencies.
    • If you have questions about this form, please email Staci Bickhaupt (sbickel@wsu.edu)
  • Questions regarding the process, please contact carmen.beck@wsu.edu
Phase III: Interview
  • The most outstanding applicants are selected for interviews (late January or early February).
Phase IV: Preliminary Admission
  • Congratulations! You on are on way to becoming a teacher!
  • Full admission cannot be granted until you have demonstrated proficiency in your content area:
    • Elementary applicants must pass the Elementary Education Exam (Subtests I and II).
    • Secondary applicants with a BA or BS in their subject area must pass a West-E or NES exam.  Secondary applicants who do not hold a BA or BS in their subject area can wait until student teaching to take this exam.
    • All content exams need to be completed no later than a full month before your first class starts.
Phase V: Full Admission
  • Get ready to start taking classes in the beginning of June!
Phase VI: Enrollment and Beyond
  • Enjoy your classes and making friends in your cohort! You will be able to rely on each other through your journey through your degree program and beyond into teaching.