Doctor of Philosophy in Literacy / Literacy
St. John’s University

Program Details

Enroll in online literacy programs and advance professional opportunities. Literacy development is vital in schools and the workplace, serving as the building blocks upon which other learning is based. Prepare for a career working with literacy with this program that focuses on at-risk and diverse learning.

Learn to address literacy discrepancies of diverse and at-risk youth through research, practice, and evaluation. You will explore ways to apply the latest research and specialized knowledge, creating innovative solutions that meet the literacy needs of at-risk learners. Graduates fill literacy education roles in schools at the local, district, state, or federal level and in universities as teacher educators.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

St. John’s University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Master Degree

Recommended GPA

3.2 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students), MAT

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent, Occupational License, Interview

Additional Info

  • Requires initial teaching certification