Admissions
M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction,Literacy Reading Specialist
- All applicants must meet the general requirements for entrance to graduate study. Other programs will require additional prerequisites and application materials.
- Submit two letters of reference from practicing educators, such as from supervisors or other professional school personnel.
- Provide a statement of purpose, discussing your reason for pursuing your chosen degree and your expectations of the program.
Where Can This Degree Take You?
Your first step is to apply!
A master’s degree in reading and literacy can help you teach children how to understand written words and face the literacy challenges in today’s schools. In addition to honing your skills as an elementary or secondary teacher, you could be a literacy coach, reading specialist working in public schools or in adult literacy programs.
There’s a lot ahead of you. You can go anywhere and do anything—follow a path or forge a brand new one. It’s all up to you, and we’re here to help prepare you for whatever journey lies ahead.
Visit the Career Development Center to search for internships, apply for jobs, or get help putting together your resume.
Degree Plan
Core:
12 semester hours
- CUIN 6332 Education in a Diverse Society
- FEDU 6321 Foundations of Educational Research
- CUIN 6321 Principles of Curriculum & Instruction
- FEDU 6331 Growth & Development or 6333 Human Learning
Major Concentration
24 hours
- LITY 6331 Instruction for Students with Literacy Difficulties*
- LITY 6333 Foundations of Writing for 21st Century Learning
- LITY 6334 Foundations of Developmental Reading*
- LITY 6340 Professional Literacies Research
- LITY 6362 Assessment of Multi-Literacies Learning*
- LITY 6363 New and Traditional Literacies Across the Content Areas
- LITY 6304 Practicum in Literacy
- EDUC 6310 Integration of Curriculum & Technology
Total: 36 semester hours
*Indicates dyslexia courses required for the UHV Dyslexia Certificate
Additional Requirements for the Reading Specialist Certification:
- Hold a valid Texas teacher certificate.
- A minimum of two years of teaching experience in an accredited school
- Admission to graduate study within the School of Education, Health Professions & Human Development must precede the completion of applicable course work
- Pass the TExES #151.
Other Requirements:
Master Comprehensive Exam to be taken within six hours of completing the program.
Tuition & Funding
Tuition Rates
The estimated cost of attending the University of Houston–Victoria varies with enrollment status and personal lifestyle. Browse our Cost of Attendance page to get an idea of how much it will cost to attend UHV.
Funding Options
To apply for FAFSA and similar external scholarships, visit the Office of Financial Aid.
Sound like your direction? Request more information or begin your application.
Testimonial
Jennifer Thompson
Since leaving UHV I have taught 3rd grade math and science in Katy ISD. I have been a team leader and I have also conducted professional development sessions for my entire campus.
Class of 2017
James Martinez, Current Student
UHV is important to me because of all my friends who became friends here. I get to work with the Professors one on one and they get to know me here.
Sophomore, Early Education
Mikayla Guillen, Senior
Everything is possible with the UHV family behind you every step of the way.