Note: The M.A.T. program at MICA does not accept SAT scores in lieu of the successful completion of Praxis Core.
For more information about teaching certification in the state of Maryland please visit the Maryland State Department of Education's certification page here.
Praxis Series Tests to Pass
| Series | Test Code and Title |
| Praxis Core | 5712: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Reading* |
| Praxis Core | 5722: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing |
| Praxis Core | 5732: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics* |
| Praxis Core II | 5135: Art: Content & Analysis |
*If you wish to take all three computer-delivered Core Academic Skills for Educators exams (5712, 5722, 5732) at the same time, select Core Academic Skills for Educators Combined Test (5751) when registering. Scores will be reported by individual test (5712, 5722, 5732)
Passing Scores Submission Timeline
5-Year B.F.A./M.A.T. Students
- Praxis Core: Passed by first of spring semester, Junior year
- Praxis II: Passed by first of spring semester, Senior year
2-Year M.A.T. Students
- All students need to pass both exams to enter their fifth year of study.
- Praxis Core: Passed by the first day of fall semester, the first year
- Praxis II: Passed by last day of spring semester, the first year
All students need to pass both exams to enter their second year of study.
Questions about Praxis?
We suggest current and prospective students review our frequently asked questions page for answers to commonly asked questions. The Center for Art Education is also happy to answer all questions. Prospective and current graduate students in the 2-year MAT program should contact the MAT Director at lhochtritt@mica.edu or 410-225-4222. Undergraduates in the 5-year BFA/MAT program should contact the Undergraduate Coordinator for Art Education at ugradarted@mica.edu or 410-225-2517.