Overview

Hamline’s Master of Arts in Literacy Education (MALEd) is a flexible degree program that allows you to complete coursework at your own pace and can be completed in as few as two years.

Features

With a Master of Arts in Literacy Education from Hamline University , you will:

Gain a foundation in the theoretical and practical bases of effective 21st-century literacy instruction, including critical and digital literacy.

Develop the expertise needed to enrich the literacy learning of diverse students across developmental levels, academic disciplines, and social and cultural contexts.

Become an advocate for literacy through a comprehensive understanding of literacy development, process, and instruction.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

The Nature of Literacy Learning and Effective Instructional Practices

Understanding Learning

Investigating Contemporary and Critical Issues in Education

Critical Literacy: Fostering Equity, Access, and Varied Perspectives

Policy, Leadership, and Advocacy for Educators

Critical Issues in Literacy Leadership: Understanding and Advocating at Local, State, and National Levels

Research Design

Capstone Project or Capstone Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-02 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

34 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Education Literature Literacy Education View 3739 other Masters in Education in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

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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

Online application (no fee for US residents).

Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate work.

A two-page essay explaining your personal and professional philosophy of literacy education, how this program will support your personal and professional growth in the field, and how you hope to contribute to the field as a result of your graduate studies.

If you have a GPA of 2.5-2.9, you may still be considered for admission.

A one- to two-page narrative to help the admissions committee assess your academic history and qualifications, in the context of the high standards for academic performance in our program.

Two letters of recommendation written by people unrelated to you, who are familiar with your academic and/or professional history and who can accurately assess your potential for successful graduate study.

Tuition Fee

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International

14229 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 837 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

8959 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 527 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Saint Paul

1040 - 1755 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 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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Literacy Education.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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