- Evergreen students and alumni - because you don’t have a GPA, we read through all of your evaluations to determine if you’re ready for graduate-level study.
Current Evergreen undergraduates applying for dual-degree admittance must be completing their bachelors degree during Summer Quarter. Review specific application criteria for dual-degree applicants for more information.
- Foundational knowledge is your endorsement area can be demonstrated through coursework, life experience, and test scores.
- While the program has an emphasis on multilingual learning knowledge of a language other than English is not required.
- Evergreen students and alumni: check credit equivalencies for programs you have taken and/or are planning to take when completing the checklist.
- Applicants who have not met the required hours may still apply. Applicants may be conditionally admitted and will have until March 1, 2025 to submit required hours.
- At least 190 for NES tests (passing score: 220).
- At least 210 for WEST-E tests (passing score: 240).
To see which test or tests correspond to your endorsement, refer to the Teaching Endorsements.
The ELL endorsement test should be taken near the end of the MiT program.
- Experience working with children or adolescents
- Academic work and writing ability
- Interpersonal skills
- Job-related experiences
References may be a professor if you have attended college in the last three years, a teacher or educator who has observed your interactions with children, or another professional contact.
References who do not receive the letter submission form should email letters of recommendation directly to graduateadmissions@evergreen.edu
- Transcripts from any university attended outside of the United States or Canada must be evaluated for U.S. college credit and degree equivalences by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Institution of Foreign Credential Services.
A transcript is considered official if it bears the official seal and signature of the issuing institution and is either:
- Sent directly by the issuing institution
- Delivered by the applicant, as long as it’s still in the issuing institution’s original sealed envelope.
Evergreen accepts e-transcripts from colleges that are registered members with Docufide, National Student Clearinghouse, Naviance, Parchment and Scrip-Safe International. If the e-transcript system asks for an email address, use graduateadmissions@evergreen.edu.
Otherwise, mail or deliver transcripts to:
The Evergreen State College
Graduate Admissions
Attention: Master in Teaching
Evans Hall, 1200
2700 Evergreen Parkway NW
Olympia, WA 98505
Note: All attachments should be uploaded on the "Application Attachments" tab on the leftside of the online application. Please be sure to name your attachments clearly with your name, graduate program, and attachment name/type. Preferred file formats are .doc, .docx, .pdf, .xls
Example: Susan Bloom is attaching her resume, her document is named "SusanBloomMiTresume".
Dual-Degree Applicants
Available to current Evergreen undergraduate studentsDual-degree allows continuing Evergreen students to start their Master in Teaching as undergraduates during the Summer Quarter if graduating in Summer. Benefits from participating in this program include the potential of using undergraduate financial aid for the first quarter of the program and graduating with a Master in Teaching degree after three quarters of graduate work.
Evergreen students graduating before Summer Quarter or enrolled at Evergreen as post-baccalaureate students cannot apply for dual-degree.
Eligibility
- Have completed at least one quarter of Evergreen undergraduate coursework.
- On track to graduate with 180 undergraduate credits towards a bachelor's degree prior to enrolling in the Fall Quarter of the Graduate program (eligible to graduate in spring or summer). Check your Academic Progress page in My Evergreen to confirm your credit status.
- Transfer students must complete their final 45 credits at Evergreen, which can include the 12 undergraduate credits in the graduate program.
Applying to the dual degree program requires a different application link. To check for eligibility for the dual degree option and request the application link, reach out to mit@evergreen.edu.
Admission Documents for All Applicants
- Personal Statement
- Completed Endorsement Checklist
- Endorsement Checklist Essay
- Classroom Hours
- Applicants applying for conditional admission will have until March 1, 2025 to submit required hours.
- Attempt at least one content specific WEST-E/NES endorsement test (not ELL)
- Attempt all three sections of the WEST-B
- Resume
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
Alternate Route Applicants
Available to bachelor degree holding district employees and conditionally licensed teachersAlternate Routes to Teacher Certification offer the opportunity for working education professionals to earn their Master in Teaching and their teaching certificate in four-quarters.
Students will participate in a cohort based model, receive mentorship, and attend in-person courses outside of school hours.
Eligibility
- Earned a bachelors degree (learn more about specific criteria in Application Requirements)
- Currently employed by a participating WA school district as a district employee or conditionally licensed teacher Partnering School Districts
- Shelton School District
- North Thurston Public Schools
Admission Documents
District Employees (Route 2) and Conditionally Licensed Teachers (Route 4)
- All standard documents for applicants
- Employment Verification Letter
Applicants must provide a verification of employment letter from their district human resources department. The letter must confirm their current employment, their employment during the academic year in which they will enroll in the program, their position in the district, and their assigned school. - Validation of Qualifications - Letter of Support from Principal
Applicants must provide a letter from their building principal confirming their support for your field experience in the building and that you have had at least one year of successful student interaction and leadership.
International Students
International applicants have additional admission criteriaAdditional admission criteria for international applicants:
- English language proficiency
Every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:- A Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. institution of higher education or from an institution in Australia, the Bahamas, Canada, Ireland, Jamaica, New Zealand, Singapore, Trinidad and Tobago or the United Kingdom.
- One of the following minimum English language proficiency test scores demonstrated through submission of official scores at the time of application:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language paper test: 600
- Test of English as a Foreign Language computerized test: 250
- Test of English as a Foreign Language online test: 100
- International English Language Testing System: 7.5
Required Tests
Washington State Testing RequirementsYou must attempt a basic skills assessment and one or more content area assessments to be admitted. Washington State requires that you attempt the WEST-B and complete WEST-E/NES tests prior to being recommended for certification. See the Washington Educator Skills Tests site for registration, preparation materials and more details.
There are restrictions on how often you can take the tests and how often scores are reported, so plan ahead.
Washington Educator Skills Test-Basic (WEST-B)
The WEST-B has three sections: reading, writing, and math. You can take the sections separately or all together. Aspiring teachers have three options for satisfying the Washington State basic skills assessment requirement:
- Attempt the WEST-B
- Submit SAT scores
- Submit ACT scores
Washington Educator Skills Tests-Endorsements (WEST-E)
Washington state defines subject areas for teaching as areas of endorsement. Aspiring teachers take a multiple-choice test (WEST-E or NES) for each endorsement they choose.
A passing score for a WEST-E test is 240 and a passing score for a NES test is 220. You may still apply to the MiT program with a WEST-E test score of 210 and a NES test score of 190.
Endorsement Level WEST-E Code Biology 5–12 NES 305 Chemistry 5–12 NES 306 Earth and Space Science 5–12 NES 307 Elementary Education K–8 NES 102 & NES 103 English Language Arts 5–12 NES 301 English Language Learners P–12 051 History 5–12 027 Mathematics 5–12 NES 304 Middle Level Humanities 4–9 052 & 053 Middle Level Math 4–9 NES 203 Middle Level Science 4–9 NES 204 Physics 5–12 NES 308 Social Studies 5–12 028 Theatre Arts P–12 055 Visual Arts P–12 NES 503 Out-of-State Applicants
If you currently live outside of Washington state, you may be able to take the tests in your area. Visit the Washington Educator Skills Test website for locations and availability.
Washington state also allows certain substitutes for the WEST-B, such as Praxis CORE and CBEST. If you live out of state when you submit your application visit the Professional Educator Standards Board website for a complete list. You are still required to take the WEST-E or NES for your content exam.
