Reading takes time, and reading with understanding takes effort. According to the most-recent National Assessment of Educational Progress report, only 72% of high school graduates in the United States have the basic literacy skills necessary to be successful. Be part of the movement to increase literacy rates among high school graduates by earning your master’s degree in reading. Our 36-credit hour master’s program prepares you for a career in various educational settings and further graduate coursework and research. Gain greater knowledge of curriculums, instruction and literacy dynamics facing students in a dynamic global arena by earning your master’s degree in reading from A&M-Commerce.
SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A master’s DEGREE IN reading
Career Readiness
Participate in excellence-driven programs that empower you with knowledge of the physiological and psychological growth of children and the ability to diagnose.
Accomplished Faculty
Enjoy the opportunity of learning from home with guidance and mentorship from world-class faculty who are respected researchers in their fields.
Education Success
Join the ranks of our graduates who have gone on to become principals in both the public and private sector, superintendents and school counselors.
Hands-on Training
Whether it’s a full year in the classroom, practicum courses or internships, you will engage in practical, real-world learning experiences that build confidence and skill.
Guidance You Need
Located in the Frank Young Education North Building, our Mentor Center provides the information and support you need to reach your career goals
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction offers four tracks for a master’s degree in reading. Discover which reading program works best for you and your career goals.
Master of Arts (MA) in Reading: Thesis Track
Is there a specific topic that you would like to investigate while producing a publication-quality paper? Then, our Master of Arts thesis track is your answer. During our 36-credit hour program, you’ll use the knowledge you gain to develop research skills and explore your chosen topic in reading. This track prepares you for further graduate work and research.
Are you interested in helping students improve their reading skills? Our Master of Arts non-thesis track allows you to develop your expertise in reading instruction. Our 36-credit hour program gives you the flexibility to investigate an interesting trend in reading development while deepening your understanding of reading’s importance for academic and career success.
Master of Science (MS) in Reading: Non-thesis Track
If the classroom is where you want to be, our 36-credit hour program allows you to work toward a Texas teacher certificate while earning your degree. Upon successfully completing the program and passing the required TExES exam, you will be eligible to teach your desired grade level (prekindergarten-grade 12). No foreign language is required for the non-thesis track.
Master of Education (MEd) in Reading: Non-thesis Track
Are you a current educator? Enhance your teaching skills with our 36-credit hour master of education track. Learn to engage your students to become master thinkers while reading class content. If you’re interested in becoming certified in all-level reading, this track is for you. Successful completion of the Comprehensive Exam is required of all students.
Reading (MA/MED/MS):: Reading Specialist Certificate Information
READING SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE
Many children struggle with reading at a basic level and often need individualized instruction. You can help improve their literacy skills by becoming a licensed reading specialist. Your role includes assessing, diagnosing and instructing students in their reading and writing skills. Reading specialists work alongside K-12 educators and often provide one-on-one instruction for students struggling in their reading and writing comprehension. You’ll develop individualized plans for addressing their reading difficulties.
Available as part of the MED in Reading only. Not available with MS or MA in Reading or other masters programs.
Learn about specialized topics from our experienced faculty! Available courses include those that can help prepare you for supplemental certification exams. Once you hold a Texas Teaching Certificate, you may then take additional tests to add any of these supplements to your certificate.
Bilingual Education – Spanish
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Gifted and Talented
Special Education
Note: These supplemental certificates are optional.
Gain the recognition you deserve by earning your master’s degree in reading. Many ISDs reward educators who pursue higher learning with salary increases and job openings. Our graduate program also opens opportunities to make a difference at the administrative level.
Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries
Kindergarten and Elementary School Teacher
$57,980
Elementary, Middle and High School Principal
$95,310
Instructional Coordinator
$64,450
Middle School Teacher
$58,600
Postsecondary Teacher
$78,470
US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2018
Local ISDs often seek after our graduates. Job placement and satisfaction is ranked highly in our education program. These are just a few examples of districts where our students found employment. Now’s your chance to discover where you belong.
Issues in the Development of the Elementary CurriculumELED 545
Learn how various philosophies have influenced the development of the elementary curriculum to meet the changing social and economic trends. Research articles and practical experience will help you evaluate and construct procedures and study units for elementary students.
Promoting Literacy Through Language Acquisition and DevelopmentRDG 523
Gain knowledge in primary and secondary language acquisition to facilitate and promote literacy. You’ll learn helpful skills for conducting reading assessments, designing and implementing effective reading instructions, applying knowledge of reading difficulties and using research-based reading instructions.
Critical Issues in Literacy EducationRDG 562
Increase your awareness and understanding of critical issues surrounding the evolving concept of literacy. You’ll study selected issues affecting educational thought and schooling practices emphasizing critical analysis of the cultural, political and sociological contexts of school-societal problems.
MA/MS/MED in Reading :: Course Delivery and Resources
Course Delivery and Resources
Receive your master’s degree in reading online. Our flexible programs are designed to meet the needs of working professionals and current educators. Study at your own convenience, wherever that may be!
Wait to receive an application confirmation email before proceeding to the next step.
After you submit your application, the Graduate School will send a confirmation email within two business days to the personal email account you used for ApplyTexas.
Provisional Status
After you submit your application, you may be granted provisional status, which means you can enroll in one semester of courses. You will not be eligible for financial aid until you submit all of your documents and are accepted into the program.
Step 2. Submit Documents
Submit the following documents after you receive an application confirmation email.
Contact your previous institution(s) and request that they send your official transcripts to [email protected].
We recommend that you request transcripts for all of your academic work.
Postal Alternative
If your institution is unable to submit a digital copy, hard copies may be mailed to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce Attn: Graduate School PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
We will need official/original documents. If those documents are the only copies you have, the Graduate School can mail them back to you upon request. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Statement of Goals
Describe your preparation for graduate work, your academic interests and goals in no more than 500 words.
Resume or CV
Submit a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) which includes your academic and professional history and achievements.
Test Scores or Teaching Certificate
You do not need to submit test scores if you have a valid teaching certificate. Email a copy of your valid teaching certificate to [email protected]
If you do not have a teaching certificate, you may submit your scores for one of the following tests:
PPR, ExCet or TExES
Submit official General Test GRE scores
Request that your GRE®scores be sent to Texas A&M University-Commerce (6188) when you register for the test. If you have already taken the GRE®, you can order additional score reports.
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