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Overview
We offer a master degree in Reading and Literacy at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. We especially emphasize literacy within bilingual, multilingual, transnational and immigrant contexts.
People enrolled in the program gain a thorough understanding of the reading process, how people learn to read, how to work with readers who are challenged by learning to read, and how bilingual/ESL issues impact learning to read.
Why UTRGV?
- Ranked #79 among 300+ national universities by Washington Monthly in 2018
- Accredited, cutting edge degree program
- Experienced, dedicated faculty
- Affordable tuition (ranked #1 in net price among national universities by Washington Monthly in 2018 and #3 most affordable university in America 2018 by BestValueSchools.com)
- Demonstrated student success in research, professional certification and career advancement
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Concentrations Available:
- Biliteracy
- Digital Literacy
- English/Adolescent Literacy
- Reading Specialist
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Students are encouraged to apply at least 2 months before classes start to ensure a timely application review.
Language
English
Credits
36 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Education View 1020 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 3
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. 150 (verbal)
141 (quantitative)
4 (analytical)
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0. If applicant does not meet the minimum undergraduate GPA criterion of 3.0, the GRE general test is required for conditional admission. GRE test score is valid for 5 years.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- One to two page personal statement detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
Tuition Fee
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International
27083 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 27083 USD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
National
27083 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 27083 USD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months. -
In-State
14813 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 14813 USD for the full programme and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Getting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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