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Application Deadlines
The Master of Arts in Reading, Language and Literacy program starts every summer semester.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; apply at any time! However, priority
is given to applications that are received by the following deadline:
- Summer 2025: April 30, 2025
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the MA in Reading, Language and Literacy program you must complete the requirements listed below.
- General Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum GPA of 2.5 in the last degree completed
- A teaching credential or equivalent experience
- Statement of purpose: A typed, double-spaced, one- to two-page statement that describes you and why you wish to pursue a m²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’s degree in education. Things you might include are your goals, ideals and experiences, special skills and community service.
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your work in the field of education
- Completion of the graduate/post-baccalaureate application to the university
- No GRE required to apply
- Must reside in an approved state
- Requirements for California Advanced Credentials
If you wish to pursue the California Reading and Literacy Added Authorization (RLAA) and the California Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential (RLLSC), three years of full-time teaching experience are required prior to recommendation for these credentials. *Verification of employment is not required for admission. Three years of full-time teaching experience are required once completing the program in order to be recommended for credentials.
Connect with a Specialist
Set up an appointment with your enrollment specialist to learn how you can take advantage of the MA in Reading, Language and Literacy program.
Sujeith Ordonez, M.A.
Senior Outreach & Recruitment Specialist
±¬ÁÏÉçÇø Extended Learning
(760) 750-8454
Funding Options
The reading, language and literacy m²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’s degree program is eligible for financial aid.
Visit the funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options. Active-duty military, veterans and their dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705.
Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal
Vet fee waiver).
Program Costs
Complete the Master of Arts in Reading, Language and Literacy in five consecutive semesters, including summer, thanks to guaranteed class availability that ensures no delays in your educational journey. The m²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’s program consists of 36 units, priced at $475 per unit.
Invest In Your Future: A Breakdown of Your Educational Journey's Cost
Costs for m²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’s degree + RLAA and RLLSC advanced credentials:
| Semester | Units | Subtotal* |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Semester 1– Block 2 | 6 | $2,850 |
| Fall Semester 1 – Block 1 | 6 | $2,850 |
| Fall Semester 1 – Block 2 | 6 | $2,850 |
| Spring Semester – Block 1 | 6 | $2,850 |
| Spring Semester – Block 2 | 6 | $2,850 |
| Summer Semester – Block 1 | 3 | $1,425 |
| Summer Semester – Block 2 | 2 | $950 |
| Fall Semester 2– Block 1 | 1 | $475 |
| Total | 36 | $17,100 |
*Not all university semester fees are included in this table—see the comprehensive breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals are based on a sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.
Courses
This graduate program has a set schedule of courses that you are expected to follow as part of your cohort. You can view all course descriptions on the .
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 606: Foundations of Literacy and Literacy Instruction | 3 |
| EDRL 616: Learning Through Text | 3 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 610: Creating Conditions for Engagement and Independence in Literacy Classrooms | 3 |
| EDRL 613: Reading and Writing Assessment | 3 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 618: Advanced Literacy Practices: Contemporary Approaches to Literacy Instruction | 3 |
| EDRL 619: Professional Field Studies Advanced | 3 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 622: Research Methods in Education | 3 |
| EDRL 623: Integrating Curriculum Through Fieldwork/Clinical Experiences | 3 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 627: Designing, Developing and Evaluating Effective Literacy Programs | 3 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 698A: Culminating Experience | 2 |
| Course | Units |
|---|---|
| EDRL 698B: Culminating Experience | 1 |