M.Ed. in Literacy

  • TOTAL COST

    $8,675*
  • NEXT START DATE

    May 19, 2025
  • COMPLETION TIME

    15 Months
  • AVG. SALARY PREMIUM

  • SEMESTER CREDITS

    31

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Lead in Literacy, Support Reaching Achievement

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?

Quality You Expect

Our accredited programs are designed for working professionals who want a quality education. We’re committed to delivering high-quality, affordable and accessible online programs grounded in evidence-based content and relevant application.

Low Cost You Deserve

Because we’re 100% online, you only pay for the cost of delivering your education, not infrastructure like buildings or dorms. In fact, our affordability allows most of our students to graduate with no debt. We also offer over $2.5 million in scholarships and grants every year.

Flexibility You Need

Complete your coursework any time and anywhere there’s an internet connection. You’ll have access to academic resources 24/7, and highly responsive faculty and librarians. You decide how we fit into your life, not the other way around.


Tuition

We believe in full transparency with our total cost of attendance. No hidden fees. No surprises along the way.

Total Cost M.Ed. in Literacy

Total Tuition

31 semester credits x $235 per credit

$7,285

Fees

$50 Application Fee
$100 Conferral Fee
$1240 Technology and Library Fee
(31 Semester Credits X $40 per Credit)

$1,390

Total Program Cost

$8,675*

Find a plan that fits your budget.

When We Say Low Cost, We Mean It

$8,675
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Source: Internal Research Completed on June 2024


Program Details

Majors

Focus of Study


Start Dates

With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

May 19, 2025 Term

May 16, 2025

Application Due

May 16, 2025

Payment Due

May 19, 2025

Term Start

May 23, 2025

Unregister/Cancel Deadline

Jun 22, 2025

Term End

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

LIT5233

Prescriptive Intervention for Reading Difficulties

3 Semester Credits

LIT5083

New Literacies in Curriculum Integration

3 Semester Credits

LIT5323

Investigating Literacy Fundamentals

3 Semester Credits

LIT5333

Integrating Literacy Concepts

3 Semester Credits

LIT5343

Implementing Literacy in Context

3 Semester Credits

LIT5353

Linguistics and Literature

3 Semester Credits

LIT5373

21st Century Literacies

3 Semester Credits

LIT5363

Literacy for Exceptional Learners

3 Semester Credits


Admission Requirements

ACE General Admission Requirements

Program Admission Requirements

International Transcript Requirements

English as a Second Language Applicants

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