Structure:

The program is comprised of core courses and electives.

Academic Plans of Study:

The following are the descriptions for the Reading plan(s) of study:

1. Reading Education
2. Reading Education - Cooperative
3. GAP (Reading Education)

Minimum Unit (Cr.) Requirements:36 units (crs.) applicable to the graduate degree constitute the minimal requirement for students who elect to complete the Reflective Journey.Admission in full standing to the MSE degree program requires that the applicant meet the following minimum requirements:

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale).

In addition to the general requirements, applicants to the reading program must have teacher certification or eligibility for it. Probationary or conditional admission may be considered based upon individual merit.If the candidate has not completed the following course in prior work, these courses must be taken as part of the program:

1. Individuals with Learning Disabilities
2. Child or Adolescent Literature

Graduate Achievement Program in Reading: To be admitted to the Graduate Achievement Program in Reading, the candidate must have completed a master's degree from a regionally accredited university with a grade point of 3.0 or better.