Master of Education, Reading

Strengthen your teaching and position yourself for career advancement in as few as two years with the University of Mary’s flexible online Master of Education program in Reading.

Gain the skills you need to drive academic achievement and literacy in your classroom while learning from experienced teaching professionals and academic leaders. Our Master of Education in Reading emphasizes experience, hands-on learning, and real-life knowledge that you’ll be able to apply to your teaching immediately, while you progress through this program designed for working professionals like you. Advance your educational career with an MEd.

Take the First Step
Get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission.
After acceptance to the university as a candidate for graduate studies, we will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance into your academic program so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

72%
Chance that children with low-literacy parents will be at the lowest reading levels themselves

Program Length

As little as 1.5 years

Formats

  • Online

  • Blended with summer classes on our main campus in Bismarck, ND

Tuition per Credit

$560

Next Start Date: 1/10/2022

Is This the Degree For Me?

Who It’s For

  • K-12 educators interested in enhancing their literacy teaching skills and expanding their career opportunities

Career Paths

  • Reading Curriculum Specialist
  • Teacher

What You’ll Learn

  • Gain hands-on experience while working with expert faculty and experienced, practicing teachers and administrators.
  • Access expert career and academic counseling services throughout your online program.
  • Develop a robust professional network while learning within a community of peers.
  • Bolster your skills as a servant leader through a curriculum grounded in Christian, Catholic, Benedictine values that will enrich your career and your everyday life.

Accreditations

  • Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB)

    The graduate programs in Education at the University of Mary are accredited by the state of North Dakota’s Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB; 2013). The graduate Education programs are slated to meet all Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Advanced standards newly adopted by ND ESPB by our next accreditation visit in Spring 2021.

Program Details

Course Requirements

Please visit our catalog for a list of all courses and credits.

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. After acceptance to the University as a candidate for graduate studies, we will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance into your academic program so you can enroll and begin your classes!

  • Online
  • Blended
  • Classes on our main campus in Bismarck, ND

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  • Tuition: $560 per credit
  • Application fee: $45
  • Technology fee: $43 per credit
  • Parking fee (evening class participants only): $25 per semester

For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

The following will be needed when you have applied for admission so we can get you accepted into the graduate program:

  • Official transcripts showing a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
    • Graduated from the University of Mary before? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office. 
    • Have your transcripts sent to:
      Office of Admissions
      University of Mary
      7500 University Drive
      Bismarck, ND 58504
    • Or request to send electronic transcripts to registrar@umary.edu
  • Application/enrollment fee - This will be collected at the time you fill out the online application.
    • Professional goal statement
    • Two references (include contact information as part of the application)
    • Resume identifying applicable professional education experience

Students interested in obtaining an education licensure or endorsement should check with their own state Department of Education for information about licensure and/or endorsement requirements before contacting the university in order to determine what additional coursework may be needed.

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