Master of Arts in Literacy Studies
Western Michigan 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 set students up for success by improving their literacy skills.  

This curriculum covers such topics as:

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Reading research, theory, and practice
  • Diversity and inclusion

In the reading courses, you will study comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, and phonological awareness, and in the writing courses, you will study voice, genre, vocabulary, and spelling.  

This online literacy degree qualifies you for a Reading Specialist endorsement.

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Michigan University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Additional Materials May Be Required

Additional Info

  • Provides an endorsement option that meets Michigan certification requirements
  • Professional work experience is highly recommended