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Chapman University I Attallah College of Educational Studies

Each summer, Chapman University admits one cohort into its Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Arts in Special Education programs. With a highly selective admissions process, students build strong connections as they advance through the program together.

Graduates go on to make meaningful contributions as educators across Southern California. Our alumni are currently employed in a wide range of school districts, including Orange, Santa Ana, Tustin, Irvine, Corona-Norco, Riverside, Long Beach, and Los Angeles Unified.

Discover how our students and alumni are making an impact in classrooms, on campus, and beyond through their stories and testimonials.

Chad Coudriet, MAT '23
Chad Coudriet, MAT '23
"Every professor at Attallah College has modeled and offered content to provide access to every student. They have taught us how to have an asset-based lens, and through lesson planning strategies such as UDL, differentiation and CGI, we have learned to remove obstacles and offer access to all learners while supporting the whole child."
Emily Maples, MAT '17
Emily Maples, MAT '17
“Chapman's MAT program has thoroughly prepared me to enter the education field. The expert faculty supported me both in and out of the classroom in my journey to become a teacher. Additionally, the program connected me to exceptional school sites. This practical experience helped me acquire the skills to teach a diverse population of students.”
Dorcas Hoi, MA '19
Dorcas Hoi, MA '19
"I am excited that Attallah College continues to foster many promising educators. I am reminded of how much I’ve grown since I first declared myself as a future educator."
Kevin Kim, MAT '20
Kevin Kim, MAT '20
"As someone who thrives in a hands-on collaborative learning environment, I found Chapman’s MAT program to be a perfect fit for me. The cohort model brings the students together as everyone works collectively to achieve a like-minded goal: to learn as much as we can so that we can go out into the world and enable the dreams of others. The highlight of the program for me is forming relationships with my teachers, classmates, and the staff. These are people who truly care about your success as an educator and will do everything in their power to help support you along the journey.”

 

Making a Difference in the Classroom and Beyond