Master of Education in Literacy for Reading Specialists
Loyola University Maryland

Program Details

You can develop literacy and leadership skills with the Master Education in Literacy for Reading Specialists from LU. This online reading and literacy master’s degree offers experienced classroom teachers expertise in literacy and leadership.

Teachers certified in Maryland can earn a Reading Specialist K-12 certification. The online reading and literacy graduate program requires a capstone project as well as two clinical courses for hands-on experience. Topics covered in the coursework include:

  • Literacy leadership
  • Principles and practices of reading
  • Language, literacy, and culture
  • Digital literacy

With a focus on the social justice issue of literacy as a right for all people, this online program prepares you to be a leader and a champion by promoting reading and literacy for your school and the community.

School Accreditation & Licensing

Loyola University Maryland is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV