M.Ed. in Literacy
Earn your master’s in one year or less!
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TOTAL COST
$8,675*
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NEXT START DATE
Apr 07, 2025
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COMPLETION TIME
12 Months†
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AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
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SEMESTER CREDITS
31
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Become an expert in literacy instruction with research-based approaches and theoretical frameworks essential to supporting pre-K-12 students. Rooted in the science of reading, the master’s degree in literacy at ACE equips you to effectively assess student reading proficiency to develop and implement intervention plans that cultivate literacy achievement. No matter a student’s age group, learning style or reading level, you’ll be prepared to guide them toward age-appropriate reading milestones.
You’ll also gain applicable literacy instruction and content selection strategies that coincide with the latest research. No matter your career goals in literacy education, our master’s in literacy is designed to position you to support student reading and make a difference.
Why ACE?
Low-Cost, High Quality
You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master’s degrees at a total average cost of $9,500. Our graduates enjoy an average pay increase of over $21,000.¹ We also award over $1.1M in scholarships and grants each year.
Quality You Expect
We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 86% graduation rate.¹ Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.
Flexibility You Need
Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.
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Tuition
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Total Cost M.Ed. in Literacy |
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Total Tuition 31 semester credits x $235 per credit |
$7,285 |
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Fees $50 Application Fee$100 Conferral Fee $1240 Technology and Library Fee (31 Semester Credits X $40 per Credit) |
$1,390 |
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Total Program Cost |
$8,675* |
Find a plan that fits your budget.
When We Say Low Cost, We Mean It

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Program Details
Focus of Study
Literacy is a foundational skill required for successful academic achievement. The focus for this program is to equip professionals working with students and teachers to meet reading milestones, develop supportive curriculum, and provide professional development at school and district levels. With a PK-12 focus, professionals can utilize this program to work with coordinators including those in special education, counseling, and supporting roles to bring systemic change to schools seeking to improve or enhance reading instruction.
Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate critical application of theoretical and operational processes essential for reading and writing instruction.Â
- Design developmentally and culturally appropriate literacy curricula and instructional units to improve learner equity, establish and build relationships, and promote academic achievement.Â
- Utilize theories, academic standards, and frameworks to conduct research and guide the selection of content and application of literacy strategies to develop age-appropriate instructional options for emerging, struggling, and advanced readers.Â
- Apply research-based strategies to cultivate an environment which enhances literacy knowledge and skills in reading/language arts across all content areas.Â
- Design and implement research-supported assessment and intervention plans by creating programs leading to continuous improvement of student achievement.Â
- Analyze student data and apply research to support program and instructional approaches in traditional classrooms, resource rooms, and individualized learning situations.Â
- Engage in leadership opportunities and research and participate professionally in ongoing learning.Â
Start Dates
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.
April 07, 2025 Term
Apr 04, 2025
Payment Due
Apr 04, 2025
Application Due
Apr 07, 2025
Term Start
Apr 11, 2025
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
May 11, 2025
Term End
May 19, 2025 Term
June 09, 2025 Term
July 07, 2025 Term
August 18, 2025 Term
September 08, 2025 Term
September 29, 2025 Term
November 10, 2025 Term
January 12, 2026 Term
February 23, 2026 Term
Courses
Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
LIT5203 |
Strengthening Literacy |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5233 |
Prescriptive Intervention for Reading Difficulties |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5083 |
New Literacies in Curriculum Integration |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5323 |
Investigating Literacy Fundamentals |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5333 |
Integrating Literacy Concepts |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5343 |
Implementing Literacy in Context |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5353 |
Linguistics and Literature |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5373 |
21st Century Literacies |
3 Semester Credits |
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LIT5363 |
Literacy for Exceptional Learners |
3 Semester Credits |
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Featured Faculty
Our real-world coursework is taught by experienced faculty.