Literacy Education M.A. With Certification

Next Start Date May 17, 2021

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Courses Required

$630

cost per credit hour

Total Credit Hours

Curriculum developed and taught by faculty from

College of Education and Human Services

Degree Awarded: Master of Arts in Literacy Education

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The Master of Arts in Literacy Education offered by the College of Education and Human Services is a professional graduate program that leads to pre-K through adult reading specialist certification in West Virginia. Coursework focuses on preparing specialized reading professionals in the three areas identified by the International Literacy Association. You will gain a deep understanding of the theory and research that is fundamental to successful teaching of reading, and upon graduation you may attach Reading Specialist certification to their current teaching area by passing the PRAXIS Series test.

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Learning Formats

Online Asynchronous

Start Dates

May 17, 2021
August 18, 2021
January 10, 2022
May 16, 2022

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Program Details

The College of Education and Human Services offers a Master of Arts in Literacy Education, formerly known as Reading, online. This professional graduate program leads to pre-K through adult reading specialist certification in West Virginia. Coursework will focus on preparing specialized reading professionals in the three areas identified by the International Literacy Association. Graduates of this program may attach Reading Specialist certification to their current teaching area by passing the PRAXIS Series test. The degree requires 30 credit hours for completion.

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Estimated Tuition

Estimated Tuition and Fees

Literacy Education M.A. With Certification requires 30 credit hours to complete. Cost per credit hour is $630.

Total Degree Cost

$18,900 – Residents and Non-Residents

Cost Breakdown by Credit Hours

Estimated Tuition Based on Credit Hours
Credits	Cost
1	$630
3	$1,890
6	$3,780
9	$5,670

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to determine their eligibility for federal and state funds as well as scholarships. WVU’s FAFSA Code is 003827.

Admissions

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor’s degree. A 3.0 GPA. A valid teaching certification.

Admissions

Provisional admission is possible with faculty approval for those with less than a 3.0. Those without an undergraduate education degree may be asked to provide a writing sample and/or references.

Apply with the online Graduate Application
GRE and MAT scores are not required for Literacy Education (LE) program admission
Pay graduate application fee
Request official transcripts from all institutions attended (other than WVU) and
1. Mail to:
  WVU Office of Graduate Admissions
  One Waterfront Place
  PO Box 6510
  Morgantown, WV 26506-6510
2. or Email to:
  GraduateAdmissions@mail.wvu.edu

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Careers

Career Paths

Students who graduate from WVU Online with the Literacy Education M.A. With Certification degree may be prepared for the following careers. These are only a few examples of some of the many opportunities that will be open to you with this degree. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for some positions.

EDUCATION PROFESSOR
Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Projected Growth: 2-3% *Bright Outlook
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER
Projected Growth: 4-6%
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Projected Growth: 2-3%
SPECIAL EDUCATION – PRESCHOOL
Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook
INSTRUCTIONAL COORDINATOR
Projected Growth: 4-6%
EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR – ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
Projected Growth: 4-6%
EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR – POST-SECONDARY
Projected Growth: 7-10-% *Bright Outlook
TUTOR
Projected Growth: 4-6% *Bright Outlook

Information about careers on this list comes from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

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