Master of Arts in Teaching
YHC online MAT fits the schedule of new and aspiring teachers. It leads to professional certification at the Master’s level in less than 12 months, for $9,000, in the settings of your choice.

Program benefits
- Our MAT program faculty members are committed to preparing innovative, successful teacher-leaders.
- The MAT coursework offers opportunities for students to deepen expertise in their subject areas, while learning practical skills for success in the classroom.
- Because YHC has relationships with schools in North Georgia and the southern Appalachian region, our MAT students receive convenient, local placements with exceptional teachers.
- YHC’s MAT program encourages teachers’ learning-filled lives and accelerates their entry into rewarding careers as teachers. The program provides students with personalized support, practical experience and a network of like-minded professionals.
Tuition and financial aid
Tuition for YHC’s Master of Arts in Teaching is $9,000 for the one-year program, inclusive of course materials. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Learn more about tuition and aid
For more information, contact [email protected] or reach out to Education Department Chair, Dr. Diane Vautrot.
Degree Progress & Certification
The Master of Arts in Teaching is a professional program to prepare students for initial teacher certification. Students are required to obtain and must hold a Pre-Service Certificate with the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) for the duration of the program.
Students accepted to the MAT program are also enrolled in the Teacher Preparation Program (TPP) and must meet all program requirements as outlined in the Young Harris College Master of Arts in Teaching handbook in order to be recommended for initial certification.