Master of Science in Education / Reading
Western Illinois University

Program Details

Enroll in this master’s in literacy online degree and advance professional opportunities. Reading and literacy are the building blocks upon which almost all other learning is built. Prepare to make a difference in student success now and in the future by working to improve literacy skills.  

This program offers two areas of emphasis:

  • Reading Specialist
  • Reading Teacher

The Reading Specialist emphasis leads to a Reading Specialist endorsement and contains coursework that focuses on K-12 learners. The Reading Teacher emphasis leads to a Reading Teacher endorsement and contains coursework that is appropriate for the level of the desired endorsement. If you choose, either emphasis can be completed by students who are not seeking an endorsement but simply a master’s degree.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Illinois University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Additional Materials May Be Required, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Teaching experience (preferred)