Overview

In this Reading and Literacy Education program from Duquesne University you will learn to develop effective literacy instruction through research-based practices. This 36-credit program is designed for teachers with initial certification. The curriculum gives you the opportunity to explore literacy theory, equity and diversity in literacy, and to develop expertise in Literacy Instruction, Curriculum Design, and School Context. Candidates have access to computer laboratories, a reading clinic housed in the School of Education, a multi-media center, a curriculum library, a fully networked and automated reference library, and onsite and remote access to online databases and electronic journals.

Career outcomes

As a graduate of Duquesne University's Master's of Education in Reading & Literacy Education program, you will be eligible to become a certified reading specialist.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Children's Literature and Multimodal Text

Diversity and Equity in Literacy

Theories, Models, and Instruction of Writing
Literacy Development and Instruction
Disciplinary Literacy
Literacy Assessment and Intervention

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

3.0 GPA*
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*Applicants are customarily expected to have a 3.0 grade point average, based on a four-point scale, in their undergraduate work. However, exceptions may be granted on a limited basis, in which there is substantial additional evidence of a student's academic competency.

Tuition Fees

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28422 USD / year

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28422 USD / year

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In-State

28422 USD / year

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Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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