Overview

By pursuing a master's in Reading Education at Widener University, you’ll learn the current methodologies, techniques, and technologies for effectively teaching your students to read efficiently.

Key Features

You and your fellow graduate students will bring knowledge and work experience to the program while you build and implement effective literacy programs based on current pedagogy and research. You can also earn a reading specialist certification and literacy coach certification through the program.

Potential Careers

Reading specialist
Reading tutor
K-12 literacy teacher
Author
Literacy entrepreneur

Programme Structure

Courses include:
Applications of Educational Research

Instructional Psychology
Analysis, Innovation, and Evaluation of Curriculum
Reading and Language Arts
Practicum for the Reading Professional
The Role of the Reading Professional
Adolescent Literature
Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties
Advanced Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties
Teaching English Language Learners

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00

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More details

We have rolling admissions, so you may enter the program in any semester.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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110

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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TOEFL^® IBT

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Duolingo English Test

110

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application
$35 application fee
Official transcripts from all previous graduate and undergraduate programs
Two letters of recommendation from colleagues, supervisors, or college professors
Interview with a faculty advisor
Personal statement: Please describe your experiences as an educational leader, what you hope to gain from advanced studies, and a brief description of your current dissertation research interests.
Resume or CV

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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Tuition Fee

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International

30780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30780 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
National

30780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30780 USD for the full programme during 12 months.
In-State

30780 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30780 USD for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Chester

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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