Overview

Tech-Intensive Learning

The Literacy Education Grades 5-12 curriculum at State University of New York at New Paltz is thoroughly modern, designed to help teacher candidates support their students in a world that increasingly demands digital literacy. Earn foundational knowledge in reading and writing instruction, while gaining proficiency with technological tools and applications at the College’s Center for Innovation in Education.

Online, In-Person & Accelerated Options

We’ve created a new, flexible, fully online curriculum that lets you join a cohort of remote learners in completing classes and fieldwork requirements remotely. Our traditional, on-campus model remains available, and we can also accommodate part-time or accelerated course schedules to help you achieve your goals in a way that fits into your life.

Clinical Fieldwork at our Remote or Campus Literacy Center

The Literacy Education program employs a unique, clinical fieldwork model that creates faculty-mentored opportunities – both in-person and remotely – to apply classroom learning with families in need of diagnostic and remedial services. Work with us at the Literacy Center at SUNY New Paltz, and gain real-world experience that makes a difference in the lives of children and adolescents.

Strong & Dedicated Faculty

The Literacy faculty at SUNY New Paltz go above and beyond to support their students and the broader educational community. They are leaders in their disciplines, published scholars, educators and technology experts, devoted to helping teacher candidates grow into professional literacy coaches and advocates for education at all levels.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Theoretical Foundations of Reading and Writing
Workshop in Understanding Literacy Difficulties
Clinical Practices in Literacy Intervention, B-6
Workshop in Action Research for Literacy Leaders
Children's and Young Adult Literature
Literacy and Language Learners

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-05-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Literacy Education View 219 other Masters in Literacy Education in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an admission application available online using the link above.
Follow the steps and create an account.
Provide one official copy of all transcripts of all previous college/university course-work from regionally accredited institutions, with a cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher;
Provide evidence of initial/provisional or professional/permanent teaching certification* in elementary education (B-2, Pre-K-6, Grades 1-6), or Secondary Education (Grades 7-12 or Adolescence/Middle Grades Education, all subjects), or in Special Education, Speech and Hearing Handicapped, Music Education, or Art Education
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Submit a well-written essay of no more than 500 words describing your educational aspirations, experience working with students in educational settings, and how training in a master’s program in literacy education will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

Tuition Fee

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International

23100 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11550 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

23100 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11550 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

11310 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5655 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for New Paltz

1138 - 2480 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Literacy Education Grades 5-12.

Available Scholarships

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