Literacy Education

Make a Difference in the Lives of Students

Designed for educators holding initial teaching certification in any area. (K-12)

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Connect with the Program Director and your enrollment advisor as you learn more about the M.S.Ed. program, admission, and more.

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Complete in 12 Months

When you take classes full-time.

Flexible Timeline

Fit your degree around your teaching schedule with part-time options. Your advisor will give you a program map that will give you a clear start and finish.

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What will I learn?

Become a transformative literacy educator, fully equipped to foster positive literacy-learning experiences for students with diverse backgrounds and abilities, with a M.S.Ed. in Literacy.

Through Houghton’s M.S.Ed program you will:

  • Prepare for NYSED professional certification as a literacy specialist, meeting premier standards for teacher certification in the U.S.
  • Develop expertise in determining and communicating the literacy strengths and areas for potential growth for diverse learners.
  • Specialize your understanding of the needs of students in a rural setting.
  • Acquire the tools and confidence to build a multi-layered literacy support network for students.
  • Form collaborative partnerships between schools, families and communities.

Houghton's certification officer will be happy to consult with out-of-state applicants regarding how this program will support your continued certification in your state.

30-39 Credits

36

FOR BIRTH-GRADE 6 CERTIFICATION

30

FOR GRADES 5-12 CERTIFICATION

39

FOR BIRTH-GRADE 12 CERTIFICATION

Degree Requirements

Meet a Faculty Member

Cost and Affordability

The 2021 cost per credit hour for the M.S.Ed. program is $575 and includes no additional fees, for a total estimated program cost of:

$20,700

For professional certification birth-grade 6

$17,250

For professional certification grade 5-12

$22,425

For professional certification birth-grade 12

Tuition and fees are subject to change annually. Costs for books are not included.

Program outcomes

STUDENTS EARNING A M.S.ED. DEGREE FROM HOUGHTON COLLEGE ARE PREPARED TO SERVE IN A VARIETY OF OCCUPATIONS:

 

  • Classroom teacher with literacy expertise (PK-12)
  • Literacy coach
  • Literacy consultant
  • Curriculum coordinator
  • Literacy specialist (PK-12
  • Reading teacher (PK-12)
  • Instructor of a college literacy course
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Choose A Start Date

Spring 2021 Apply by November 1
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Start Your Application

Complete the free online application form
MSED Application
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Documents and Supporting Materials

You will be asked to provide transcripts, standardized test scores, initial teacher certification, two letters of recommendation and a current resume.
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Professional Statement

In 300 – 500 words, describe your professional and educational practices and how they inform your current professional goals. Consider sharing a story that demonstrates why you are pursuing a masters in literacy education. Be sure to include how you think this master’s program might support you in improving your practice and address literacy challenges in today’s classrooms.

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Discover if earning your M.S.Ed. in Literacy from Houghton Online is right for you.

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Contact 800-777-2556  or msed@houghton.edu to connect with an admissions representative.