Overview

The need for specialized teacher training in literacy development has evolved as teachers strive to assist individuals in reading proficiency levels in literacy.

The Lindenwood University's Literacy Specialist K-12 MA program's emphasis is placed on the study of varied methods for teaching and remediating reading and writing difficulties, assessing literacy capabilities, and designing individual reading plans to enhance student strengths and address weaknesses in literacy development.

You must possess an initial professional teaching certificate and have two years of teaching experience to qualify for literacy specialist certification through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). However, you may begin your coursework while you are completing the two-year teaching requirement. Additionally, there is the option for you to complete only the needed courses for literacy specialist certification without completing the master’s degree.

Career

The College of Education and Human Services is one of the largest at this university and in the state. However, here at Lindenwood, we pride ourselves on our student-centered approach, so you never feel like a number.

Our faculty not only have the appropriate academic credentials but also extensive experience in a wide variety of schools as teachers, counselors, librarians, and leaders at all levels.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Education of the Exceptional Child
Psychology of Teaching and Learning
Middle School Psychology
Adolescent Psychology
Elementary Reading Methods
Speech and Language Development for the Exceptional Learner
Innovation Mindset
Reading Methods and Strategies for Students with Dyslexia and Struggling Readers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

33-48

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Saint Charles, United States

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

Duolingo English Test

105

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Upload your transcripts and translations, along with proof of graduation through your application status page.

Lindenwood requires ONE of the following tests for graduate admission consideration:

TOEFL – Minimum Score 81
IELTS – Minimum Score 6.5
Duolingo – Minimum Score 105

Have your score submitted directly from the testing company, we will not accept emailed or uploaded copies as official.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

9636 USD / year

≈ 9636 USD / year
Out-of-State

9636 USD / year

≈ 9636 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9636 USD / year

≈ 9636 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Charles

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Saint Charles

Funding

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