Application and Eligibility

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2013 Application Timeline

Step 1: Create an online account with a user name and password. Retain this information to access the account throughout the application process.

Step 2: Complete the online application by February 18, 2013. Please make sure all the requirements have been met so that your application can proceed to the next step

Personal, professional, academic information
Short answer questions
Statement of educational goals and intent
Three letters of recommendation
Official transcripts from all universities and professional schools attended
Current resume
Signed agreement to seek employment as a teacher
Application fee of $50 (non-refundable)

Step 3: If you are selected for an interview, you will hear from the MAT Program within 4-6 weeks after your completed application has been received. Admissions interviews will be held at the Museum by a team of educators and scientists.

Step 4: Notification of admissions decisions will be sent to your online account in March. Offers must be accepted by March 31, 2013.

Eligibility Requirements

MAT applicants must meet the following requirements:

A Bachelor’s Degree (30 credits) in Earth Science or a related discipline (e.g., Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography, or Space Science) OR a Bachelor’s with a minimum of 24 credits in Earth Science plus 6 additional credits in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Biology
Minimum GPA of 3.00
A signed agreement to seek employment as a teacher in a high-needs New York State public school for at least four years upon graduation
U.S. Citizen or Legal Resident
Special consideration will be given to individuals with skills/experiences such as the ability to communicate in a second language, in-depth knowledge of social issues, and having lived abroad

Applicants with a previous graduate education degree and/or teacher certification will not be considered for the program.

Video of the MAT Webinar held on December 12, 2012

To watch a portion of this 50 minute video, please click on the section you would like to view below. A Youtube video will open in another window.

Office Hours

Weekly Hours for MAT Program Orientation can made By appointment only. Appointments can be made Fridays from 3-6pm (2-6pm starting May 1) at the Museum or by phone. Request an appointment

AMNH Policies

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum encourages Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, Vietnam Era and Disabled Veterans to apply. The Museum does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. If special accommodations are needed in applying for a position, please call the Office of Human Resources.