Overview

More states are realizing children's literacy is a critical marker of future success. That's why 15 states and the District of Columbia have passed laws requiring students to be proficient readers by the end of third grade.

The Reading and Literacy K-12 master's program from Central Michigan University will give you the skills to participate in this movement.

Careers & Outcomes

This master's degree will bolster your teaching credentials and allow you to implement reading and literacy strategies in elementary, middle and high schools.

Accreditation

CMU is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Literacy Research Methods

Word Study and Vocabulary Development

Using Digital Resources to Teach Literacy

Reading and Writing Connections

Organization and Implementation of School Literacy Programs

Practicum in Literacy Assessment and Intervention

Advanced Language Arts Instruction

Foundations of Classroom Reading and Writing Instruction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

33 - 36

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Mount Pleasant, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Along with the application, you’ll need to submit a $50 application fee

Submit a copy of your passport

Submit proof of English proficiency or your intent to study English upon arrival – unless you are from an exempted country where English is the primary language of instruction.

You also may demonstrate English proficiency by completing the English studies program through CMU's English Language Institute.

Applicants must provide a third-party course-by-course credential evaluation and document verification

Tuition Fee

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International

18948 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 957 USD per credit during 20 months.
National

15008 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 758 USD per credit during 20 months.
In-State

15008 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 758 USD per credit during 20 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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