Master in Teaching (MIT) Program 鈥� Become a Certified Teacher in WA

Earn Your Teaching Credential and Master’s Degree—Fast.

Designed for career changers and aspiring educators, 91制片厂’s Master in Teaching program allows you to earn your master’s degree and Washington State teacher certification in as little as one year. With a flexible, cohort-based format and evening classes built for working adults, this program provides a clear, accelerated pathway into the classroom without unnecessary barriers or delays.

Rated as one of the top Master in Teaching programs in Washington, our approach combines academic excellence with a strong support network, real-world classroom experience, and flexible class schedules—designed with your life in mind.

Program Snapshot

Program Length:
10 months (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)
Location:
Evening classes on our Kirkland campus
Start Date:
August 2026 cohort (now accepting applications)
Format:
In-person evening classes with daytime student teaching placement
Certification:
Washington State Residency Teacher Certificate, Master in Teaching (M.I.T.)
Tuition:
$1,180 per credit | Total: $36,580 (31 credits) (2026–27)

Why Choose Northwest’s MIT Program?

Be Teaching in Under a Year

Complete your certification and degree in just 10 months with our full-time cohort. A two-year part-time option is also available.

Top-Rated in Washington

Our program is consistently ranked among the best Master in Teaching programs in the state, known for excellent outcomes and strong school partnerships.

Built for Working Adults

Evening classes allow you to maintain your job or other responsibilities while preparing for a new career in education (up to student teaching).

Structured Field Experience

Gain confidence through a step-by-step model—starting with classroom observation and building up to full-time teaching under expert mentorship.

Teaching Certificate + Master’s

Earn your Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate and Master in Teaching degree simultaneously. Begin your career at the higher salary that often accompanies our graduate degree.

Professional Reputation

NU has strong, long-standing relationships with local school districts and private schools. As a result, our graduates are highly respected and sought after.

Personalized Support

You’ll experience staff and faculty who genuinely care about your success and create an environment where you are known, supported, and encouraged.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll develop deep understanding in both educational theory and teaching practice, with courses such as:

Instructional Design & Assessment
Classroom Management
Learning Psychology
Theology of Education
Subject-Specific Methods (Elementary or Secondary)
Full-Time Student Teaching in Local Schools

Endorsement Areas: Choose from K–8 Elementary or Secondary content areas like English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Music, Health & Fitness, ELL, or Special Education.

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (any major)
Minimum GPA: 2.7 (B– average)
Optional: SPED or ELL endorsements may extend program by ~6 months

Also available: a 5-Year BA→MIT Pathway for current Northwest undergraduates in Education Studies.

Hear From One of Our Graduates

My name is Amanda Dekoker, and currently I’m an eighth grade teacher at a local prep academy. I get to work with gifted learners—just incredible people—and I feel really thankful for where I’m at in life right now.

I have taught in different environments for a cumulative 15 years and decided to go into secondary education through the 91制片厂 prep program. I chose the one-year track, which is more accelerated, but I found that it prepared me in ways I couldn’t even imagine.

And so what I get to do right now is utilize everything I’ve learned in the program and also work outside of the classroom, thinking of ways to improve my school environment, breathe life into all the ways that we’re growing and changing at our school, and also consider my next steps as an educator.

So currently I am enrolled in a doctoral program, and I will be pursuing my EdD in education because throughout my experience at Northwest and my experience teaching, I’ve learned that I also love the organizational aspect of learning and changing things within the educational system to benefit all students—and also teachers.

One of the best parts about going into the teaching profession is that the teaching profession often chooses you versus you choosing it. It’s a mission that you’re called to work in, and it is in no way just an ordinary job.

You take on the role of directly influencing the lives of others every single day—in ways you’re aware of and not aware of. And it is also a path to continual learning yourself.

I think a good teacher is someone who is committed to continual learning and models that for others and inspires others, and in turn those people inspire you back. It’s just a wonderful give-and-take relationship to be part of.

At 91制片厂, one of the best parts of the program is that it is geared towards learner variability. So if you’re someone who is very, very busy—you have a full-time family at home, you have a full-time job—the faculty here are incredible at working with any type of student.

They are understanding, they’re supportive, and I am so grateful for 91制片厂 and all the ways that they impacted me throughout my time here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the MIT program take?

The 31 credit program can be completed in as little as 10 months (full-time) or over two years (part-time).

Do I earn both a teaching certificate and a degree?

Yes. Graduates earn a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate and a Master in Teaching degree.

Is this program for career changers?

Absolutely. Many students enter the MIT program after working in another profession.

Can I work while enrolled?

Evening classes make it possible to work during the day up to your student teaching phase.

When and where are classes held?

Courses are offered in person Monday through Thursday from 6:00–8:50pm on our Kirkland, WA campus.

How many student teaching hours do I need to complete?

MIT students need to complete 460 hours of student teaching.

What鈥檚 the cost?

$1,180 cost per credit x 31 credits = $36,580

Do you have scholarships?

Only external scholarships are available for the MIT program.

What are application deadlines?

Our primary application deadline is March 31 and final application deadline is June 15.

When do I have to take/pass the WESTE/NES test?

By December 31 before beginning student teaching practicum in the Spring semester.

Beyond the MIT courses, what requirements are needed to earn a Washington State Residency Teaching Certificate?

WEST-B/ACT/SAT scores with application materials.
Fingerprinting and background check completed with student teaching preparation materials.
NES/WEST-E Endorsement test with passing score prior student teaching experience.
Three passing evaluation scores by both mentor teacher and Northwest supervisor.
A minimum of four formal teaching observations completed by the Northwest Supervisor.
460 student teaching hours in a classroom, when pursuing a single endorsement. Additional hours may be required for additional endorsement areas.
Student Teaching Video Reflection Assignment.
Complete all MIT coursework with a B- minimum grade.

View Course Descriptions

You can explore program details and course descriptions for this program in our academic catalog.

Ready to get started?

Contact Morgan Nickson, Graduate Enrollment Counselor
morgan.nickson@northwestu.edu | 425-889-7794

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