Complete Coursework in as few as 8 months | 16 credit hours | $275 per credit hour

The Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Literacy Studies at The University of Texas at Arlington is a program that specializes in advanced coursework designed to meet a variety of professional goals that address the literacy-learning needs of all students. The M.Ed. in Literacy Studies is a 30-credit hour, fully online, non-thesis Master’s degree that prepares Texas graduates for Reading Specialist, TESOL, and Master Reading Teacher certifications.

• Reading Specialist — This is an advanced certification that teachers may add to their existing credential upon completion of two year's teaching experience and a master's degree. Once recommended for the Reading Specialist program from UTA, students may also apply for the Master Reading Teacher (MRT) certificate without the additional MRT exam.
• English as a Second Language — In Texas, ESL is an add-on certificate that individuals with an initial teaching certificate can add to their existing credential with four specifically designed graduate courses focused on English Language Learners. Students are prepared to work with English learners and struggling readers, as well as to take leadership roles within their districts.
• Master Reading Teacher (MRT) — The MRT Certification provides teachers with the tools to facilitate research-based instruction by communicating and collaborating with all educational stakeholders; mentoring and coaching with colleagues; providing professional development for faculty; and making decisions designed to identify and assist students with reading disabilities. Other opportunities include Reading Specialist, ESL, Instructional Specialist and Literacy Coach

The Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies was collaboratively developed by The University of Texas at Arlington and area school districts to instill the skills and background needed to become a campus principal or an assistant principal. This non-thesis principal certification program is fully aligned with the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC) standards and with the Texas Administrative Code (TAC §241.15), and designed for classroom teachers who want to advance in K-12 education.

This M.Ed. online program is offered by the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and is designed so that students can build upon their existing expertise with progressive skills that can increase student achievement, improve teacher performance and increase organizational effectiveness of schools and higher education institutions.

This program is approved by The University of Texas System and Higher Education Coordinating Board, and is fully accredited by the State Board for Educator Certification.

Complete Coursework in as few as 18 months | 36 credit hours | $275 per credit hour

Complete Coursework in as few as 22 months | 48 credit hours | $275 per credit hour

Complete Coursework in as few as 18 months | 36 credit hours | $275 per credit hour

The M.Ed. in Special Education online degree program is designed to prepare you to serve children across the spectrum of special education. This specialization track is specifically for teacher who want to add an additional specialization to their professional area of teaching.

Complete Coursework in as few as 18 months | 36 credit hours | $275 per credit hour

The Master of Science in Education (MSE) for Educational Theory and Practice offers educators an opportunity to improve their general understanding of curriculum theory and current practices. This program also assists candidates who wish to work toward National Board Certification.

The purpose of the Master of Science in Education degree with a major in Gifted, Talented, and Creative (GTC) is to offer educators a planned program at the graduate level which is based on recommendations of professional organizations and accrediting associations such as the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and CAEP.

The fully online Superintendent Certificate Program was collaboratively developed by The University of Texas at Arlington and area school district personnel to ensure that program participants acquire the skills and background information needed to become practicing superintendents. This non-thesis certificate program (15 semester credit hours, 6 courses) is fully aligned with the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC) standards and designed for administrators who already have principal certification and a conferred master’s degree who want to advance in the K-12 education arena.

Program Advantages:

• Courses taught by active and retired superintendents
• NCATE accredited
• Committed professors who actively communicate with students
• Program offers relevant field experience in district-level leadership
• Students can complete the program in two long semesters (fall and spring or spring and fall).
• Strong alumni network
• No thesis

Students should refer to the course syllabus for textbook information.