C & I: Literacy PK-12 Classroom Teachers (MEd)

Program Description

Designed for teachers with one or more years of teaching or education-related experience, this program provides a focus on theory and strategies in literacy and reading, with coursework in various areas like ESOL, special education, psychology, secondary and elementary education, early childhood, and writing.

The Literacy Education Concentration in K–12 program, aligned with National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS), develops teacher-leaders who practice reflection through action-research, problem-based learning, self-inquiry, and teacher expertise.

What it costs

The cost for this program is $693.25 per credit hour for VA state residents, $893.25 per credit hour for Non-VA residents. There is a 15% PreK-12 VA Educators Discount available for VA state residents who are eligible and apply. All of Mason’s tuition rates and fees can be found on our Student Accounts site.

Application Deadline

This program has a priority application deadline of April 1 for Fall and November 1 for Spring. The space available deadlines are August 15 for Fall and January 14 for Spring. For all application information and deadlines, see the CEHD Admissions site.

Want to learn more?

Check out the Curriculum and Instruction, ASTL: Literacy PK-12 Classroom Teachers Concentration (MEd) program on the College of Education and Human Development website.

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Program Summary

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Program: Curriculum and Instruction

Concentration: Literacy Education Concentration in K–12

Degree: MEd

College/School: College of Education and Human Development

Credits: 30 total

Requires intensive summer session on campus

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Who should apply?

Requirements: 30 credits total

Tuition (2021-2022)

TUITION CLASSIFICATION	COST PER CREDIT HOUR
Virginia Resident	$543.00
Non-Virginia Resident	$743.00
Mandatory Student fee	$150.25
Total Cost for Virginia Residents per Credit	$693.25
Total Cost for Non-Virginia Residents per Credit	$893.25
Graduate New Student Fee	$60 (non-refundable, one-time fee)

Please Note: In addition to the tuition and fees described below, various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled. Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees. Internship courses will incur a higher CEHD course fee to fund on-site assistance involving intensive clinical training/supervision.

*VA state residents who are eligible must apply for the 15% PreK-12 VA Educators Discount in order to take advantage of the lower tuition. Discount applies to tuition and mandatory student fees only.

Financial Aid

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Also, many school districts offer tuition reimbursement options. Speak to your employer for more information.

Program Contacts
Academic Program Office	Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning (ASTL) Division of Advanced Professional Teacher Development and International Education (APTDIE), Graduate School of Education Phone: (703) 993-2794 ASTL Email: astl@gmu.edu
Program Website	http://gse.gmu.edu/advanced-teaching-studies/academics/masters-in-education-advanced-international-baccalaureate-concentration
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READY TO APPLY?

All applicants should review the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) Admissions page. For international applicants, see guidelines for International Graduate Requirements.

Prerequisites

Hold a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of study (Some applicants with a lower GPA may be admitted provisionally if there is sufficient evidence of potential success)
One year of documented, successful teaching or related educational experience

Application Materials

Graduate application
Application fee
Goals statement (750-1000 words) that addresses reasons for choosing this ASTL program
Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (applicants do not need to send in transcripts for courses taken at George Mason University). Official transcripts are required after admission.
Two letters of recommendation from professional references targeting applicant’s teaching skills and academic abilities
For International Applicants:

- Copies of unofficial university transcripts and any earned degree, translated to English and evaluated by the Mason Office of Admissions or through a verified external evaluation service. Please visit this page for more information.
- Verification of English language proficiency. Please see the English Proficiency Requirements page for more information.

If you have any questions during the application process, please contact the CEHD Admissions Office at cehdgrad@gmu.edu or (703) 993-2892.

Want to learn more?

Check out the Curriculum and Instruction, ASTL: Literacy PK-12 Classroom Teachers Concentration (MEd) program on the College of Education and Human Development website.

Literacy Education Concentration in K–12