Master of Arts - Reading
- 2 years
- Duration
- 22,560 USD
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Master
- Degree
- Online
- Format
- USA
- Location
- Webster University
- School
Program description
The Science of Reading is thoroughly examined in the Master of Arts in Reading program, with an emphasis on organized literacy approaches. Participating in this program will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to comprehend and apply evidence-based strategies in reading education. Educators can get the knowledge and skills to confidently and expertly meet the different literacy requirements of their students through this online degree program that is accredited by the International Literacy Association (ILA) and the International Dyslexia Association (IDA).
Students who successfully complete the Reading (MA) program's 30 credits are eligible to receive a Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia and the Science of Reading. This graduate certificate program addresses the unique needs of students who struggle to read, including those with dyslexia and other reading disabilities. A second graduation fee is required of students in order for them to receive the graduate certificate.
Program structure
Core Courses (12 credit hours)
- Advanced Studies in Language Development and Acquisition (3 hours)
- Understanding Diverse Reading Profiles, Including Dyslexia (3 hours)
- Instructional Methods for Diverse Reading Profiles, Including Dyslexia (3 hours)
- Diagnosis and Correction of Reading Disabilities (3 hours)
Supporting Coursework (12 credit hours)
Supporting coursework may include: program-relevant courses such as those listed below, advisor-approved graduate courses pertinent to the student's program of study or coursework applicable to graduate certificate programs in related fields. Up to 9 hours of approved transfer graduate courses from other universities may be included in the program.
Examples of supporting course work:
- Literacy Coaching (3 hours)
- Literacy Strategies K-12 (3 hours)
- Language Arts Instruction in a Digital Classroom (3 hours)
- Advocating for Persons with Disabilities (3 hours)
- Integrating Resources: Community, School, and Family (3 hours)
Clinical Coursework (6 hours)
- Practicum in Diagnosis of Reading Problems (3 hours)
- Practicum in Remediation of Reading Difficulties (3 hours)
Price
Fee for education is 22560.00 USD for international students
This list does not include all fees charged by Webster University.
- Application Fee (non-refundable) - $50
- Graduation Fee (non-refundable) - $125
- Transcript Fee - $15
- Study Abroad (non-refundable) - varies
NOTE: Courses in various academic programs sometimes require expendable supplies or services, and in these cases the student may be billed a class fee for such costs.
Requirements for applicants
- A completed online application for graduate admissions.
- A non-refundable application fee of $50 is required.
- Official transcripts from the educational institution from which the student earned their first bachelors-level degree. For U.S. institutions, this means accreditation from a regional accrediting body. Non-U.S. institutions must be recognized by the Ministry of Education as a university-level provider of higher education and accredited by any appropriate agencies within the home country and any countries in which it operates and/or issues degrees. This transcript and/or diploma must show the degree received and the date conferred. Applicants previously enrolled in graduate-level coursework must submit official transcripts of that work. All official transcripts and documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
- A curriculum vitae (résumé) that documents prior employment and experience or an essay on a topic of the student's choice, such as a special interest, significant experience or notable achievement. Minimum 300 word count in length.
Additional Requirements
Requirements for admission to the MA in reading program include:
- Receipt of all official transcripts.
- Final degree conferred GPA of 2.5 or higher.
English Proficiency for international student applicants:
Successfully meeting the requirements for one of the following tests within the last two years:
- TOEFL: jBT: 80
- TOEFL: pBT: 550
- IELTS: Academic: 6.0
- Duolingo: 110
- Pearson: 53
- Cambridge Academic English: 169
- Password: 6.0
- GTEC: 1201
- jTEP: 3.7
- SAT's English-based Reading and Writing Score: 450
- ACT composite score: 23
- Completion of at least one year academic of college-level coursework for undergraduate students at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning within the last three years. It must be academic coursework that is completed; ESL coursework does not qualify.
- Completion of at least one semester of graduate-level courses with grades of B or higher at a regionally accredited U.S. institution of higher learning within the last three years. Coursework must be academic; ESL coursework does not qualify.
- If a student has completed three or more years of study in an English-medium high school or university-level academic program in a country other than ones listed above, he/she may request a waiver.
- Successful completion of the ELS Language Center's English for Academic Purposes or ELS Language Center Level 112 (must have valid ELS 112 Certificate of Completion).
- Successful completion of the University of Central Florida's Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies (CMMS) Intensive English Program (must have valid completion certificate).
About the university
The extraordinary history of Webster University, which was founded in 1915 by the Loretto Sisters with the goal of making higher education more accessible to all, can be traced back to that same commitment to racial equality.
The growing interconnectedness of our world has prompted us to spend the last four decades creating a global network of engaged academics and alumni who work together to create meaningful connections in their local communities and beyond.
Our Core Values
- Students - keeping small classes, personal connections with professors and staff, and a focus on the needs of individual students is one way to ensure a truly global education for every student.
- Learning - for this purpose, we aim to develop educational programs that combine theory and practice; provide an international perspective; encourage creativity; and foster a lifelong desire to learn.
- Diversity and Inclusion - Instilling in students an appreciation for diversity and an understanding of their own and others' values by creating an environment that is accessible to individuals of diverse cultures, ages, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Global Citizenship - in order to educate and empower a wide range of people from all walks of life, as well as to protect the environment and strengthen the communities we serve.
Campuses and Locations
No matter where you live or work, our undergraduate and graduate programs are here to help you reach your professional and personal goals. We have campuses in USA, China, Greece, Austria, Switzerland and others.
