Reading and Literacy

The Master's degree in Reading and Literacy prepares PK-12-grade teachers in the practical and theoretical aspects of reading. The program specializes in literacy within bilingual, multilingual, transnational, and immigrant contexts. Within the specializations offered, students will learn about the reading process, how people learn to read, and how bilingual/ESL issues impact reading. This program is 100% online. 

Concentrations:

• Biliteracy
• Digital Literacy
• Reading Specialist
• English/Adolescent Literacy

In accordance with immigration regulations, all international students are required to submit documentation showing sufficient funds to cover all expenses (living and academic) for the first year of study. For the required amounts, please contact the International Admissions and Student Services Office at [email protected]. See contact information listed below.

• Documentation must be in the form of letters from the bank or of statements showing specific dollar amounts available. These documents are not valid unless dated within six months of the date of acceptance.
• If funds are from a source other than the applicant or their immediate family, the sponsor must submit a letter of support, state the amount of funding pledged, and attach copies of recent bank statements.(Certification of Financial Responsibility (CFR))

These documents are not valid unless dated within six months of the date of acceptance.

• If you have been offered a scholarship you will need to provide documentation and dollar amount of the scholarship.
• If you have been offered an assistantship by the university you will need to provide documentation and dollar amount of the assistantship.
• Mexican nationals may also apply for the Mexican Tuition Waiver and provide all financial documentation that it requires.

You must submit a current copy of your valid passport to ensure that the spelling of your name is consistent on all immigration and university documents.

• Once approved for admission the International Admissions and Student Services Office will issue an I-20 which you will need to take to the nearest U.S. Consulate and apply for a student visa (detailed instructions will be included with the I-20).
• For students who plan to attend on a visa status other than F-1 or F-3 student status, proof of that status is required. Include copies of all immigration documents.
• If you have applied for U.S. Residency but have not yet received it you must attach copies of immigration documents.
• If you are in the U.S. but currently have no legal status (undocumented) please note so on the application. Please contact us as you may qualify for in-state tuition based on Texas Senate Bill 1528.
• Information and documents needed to obtain a student visa will be sent to you once you have been accepted to UTRGV. 

As a K-12 teacher with expertise in the area of reading/literacy, you will be able to improve literacy outcomes for students from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.