When applying to the Special Education, M.A.T. program, you will need to submit several documents for review.

Online Application
Goals Statement (upload with the application). The statement should adhere to the guidelines below and must address all outlined topics. The goals statement will be assessed on the following: the quality and clarity of your writing, fully covering all topics, and your disposition toward students with disabilities. Guidelines: one-two pages in length, 12 font size, one-inch margins on each side, single-spaced:
Describe your experience working with students with disabilities, and what draws you to becoming a teacher.
Describe how your strengths, skills, interests, and experiences will contribute to the profession of education.
Describe how the professional and academic goals you hope to accomplish by completing this program of study will benefit the students with whom you intend to work.
Resume (upload with the application)
Two Letters of Recommendation (identify your recommenders on the application)
Official Transcript: minimum 2.5 undergraduate GPA required for admission
In addition, if English is not the primary language, official TOEFL or IETLS scores must be submitted to Georgia State University. TOEFL scores should be submitted using school code 5251 and IETLS scores can be submitted by selecting Georgia State University Graduate Admissions. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 79 or a minimum IETLS score of 6.5 for graduate admission. Applicants who completed a degree within the United States, will not be required to take the English proficiency exam. For additional questions regarding international credentials, please contact your college admission advisor directly.