Program Overview
The Reading Education: Reading Specialist at Rowan University is a MA programme in Education over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Reading Education: Reading Specialist programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
- Location: Glassboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Reading Education: Reading Specialist programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Clinical Experiences In Reading
- Administration And Supervision Of School Reading Programs
- Content Area Literacy
- Diagnosis Of Remedial Reading Problems
- Word Study: Phonics, Spelling, And Vocabulary Instruction
- Word Study: Phonics, Spelling, And Vocabulary Instruction
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Completed Rowan Global Application Form
- Completed M.A. in Reading Specialist Specialization Declaration Form
- Completed Rowan Global Admissions Letter of Recommendation Form
$65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
Bachelor\'s degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
Current professional resume that clearly indicates the number of years you have been teaching
Typewritten essay that includes a statement of professional objectives
Two professional recommendations (please use the Recommendation Form)
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
Copy of NJ teaching certificate (Standard or CEAS only)
Interview may be required with Faculty Admissions Committee (If an interview is required, students will be contacted directly by the Faculty Admissions Committee. The interview can be in person or via telephone.)
Timed writing sample (completed during interview)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rowan University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Rowan University
Rowan University
Glassboro, United States
Rowan University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date In 2025
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
- Credits 31