Master of Science in Reading
Texas A & M University – Commerce

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. Learn about teaching literacy to students of all ages and in all types of educational settings. The curriculum provides competencies in various areas of literacy, including:

  • Reading
  • Listening
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Visual representation

The Master of Science degree option is a great entry point into literacy development and instruction for those without Texas teaching certification. This option is often preferred by those who have out-of-state teaching certifications and are also seeking Texas Teaching License Reciprocity in order to continue their careers in Texas schools or who are seeking to continue their teaching careers in their own states with an increased understanding of literacy. This non-thesis Master of Science degree option is embedded with the Masters Reading Teacher (MRT) certificate.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Texas A & M University – Commerce is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

GRE, PRAXIS

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • Test requirements waived for applicants with teaching certification