Reading, Master of Science (M.S.)

Our M.S. and licensures in Reading prepare in-service K-12 teachers from around the world to be effective teachers of reading through coursework that focuses on applying research and theory in the field of reading education to a K-12 classroom practice.

Program Highlights

• The M.S. in Reading is specifically designed for practicing teachers who want to improve their reading instruction and complete the coursework to add the MN Reading Teacher License.
• The fully online, asynchronous program is specifically designed for working teachers.
• Career opportunities include specializing knowledge in reading pedagogy, teaching developmental reading, expanding your licensure to K-12, or as a Reading Specialist or Instructional Leader.

Application Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from a recognized college or university in another country, is required.
• 2.75 GPA or above is required for immediate consideration of your application. If your GPA is less than 2.75, your application will require special review. In this situation, an Extenuating Circumstances statement may be appropriate.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts from all previous institutions.
• Resume
• Letters of recommendation. Two letters of recommendation from those who can speak to your experience working with children or youth, or who can vouch for your commitment to educational equity.
• Extenuating circumstances statement (optional). While this is not required, if there is something on your transcript that does not accurately reflect who you are as a student, please write no more than 500 words documenting unusual circumstances or hardships you have faced and the ways in which you have overcome or responded to them.

Additional Requirements for International Applicants:

The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.

• Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
• TOEFL ibt results of 61 or IELTS results of 5.5 on the academic examination.

Application Deadlines

	U.S. Based Applicants	International Applicants
Fall Start	Rolling	May 1
Spring Start	Rolling	September 1
Summer Start	Rolling	N/A

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Time to Completion: 2 Years

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