100% Online Program option available
Are you looking for ways to support the literacy needs of all learners? Or do you work with diverse learners requiring different levels of literacy interventions and support?
Graduates from our program tell us they feel prepared to think through challenges to support the readers and writers in their classrooms. The Master of Arts in Education, Language, Literacy and Culture is designed to develop your understanding of the field of literacy and language development so you can serve all K-12 learners. Our program is aligned with the International Literacy Association Standards for Reading Professionals.
Students have the option of earning an Idaho State Literacy endorsement through the completion of specific courses in the program. Contact us to learn more.
The Master of Arts in Education, Language, Literacy, and Culture can be completed 100% online or with face-to-face options. Students have the ability to build a program that best suits their learning preferences and schedules by selecting online or face-to-face classes.
Official Degree Name: Master of Arts in Education, Language, Literacy, and Culture
Degree Type: Master of Arts
Type of Idaho Teaching Certification (optional): Idaho Literacy endorsement
The MA in Education, Language, Literacy, and Culture does not lead to initial teacher certification. If you are seeking teaching certification and a master’s degree, please refer to one of the Master in Teaching (MIT) programs:
What can I do with this degree?
Graduates with a Master of Arts in Education, Literacy are prepared to support the reading, writing and speaking development of K-12 learners in and out of the classroom.
With this degree, you will be ready to work with literacy learners in classrooms, after school programs, or other formal and informal educational settings.
Degree Requirements and Advising Resources
Admission Requirements
Applicants are required to have earned at least a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or a degree from a non-U.S. institution of higher education that is judged equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate degree by the International Admissions office and have an undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 (based on a 4-point scale) computed for all undergraduate credits from the applicant’s most recent baccalaureate degree.
A prospective student may apply at any time and should follow the general graduate application procedure for degree-seeking students (see Graduate Admission Regulations). Admission to the program is based on:
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended.
- An application letter that is no more than two (2) pages: Identify your personal and professional goals. Describe your academic and professional experiences related to this degree program. Be sure to explicitly identify teaching certifications and experiences (if any). Detail your purpose in pursuing this program, and why you think it is a good fit for your personal and professional goals.
- A resume detailing your teaching experience and provides contact information for at least one professional reference.
Costs and Scholarships
Boise State provides an affordable, quality education to improve your future. Scholarship opportunities are available for residents and nonresidents, making it even more affordable to attain a quality education.
The College of Education also offers a range of scholarship opportunities.Â
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