Our MEd program will equip you with the expertise to work with students who need specialized support, whether they have struggled with regular classroom instruction or could benefit from advanced training in reading. Courses for an Ohio Reading Endorsement are included (to add to an Ohio license).
To apply, submit the following application materials to the Office of Graduate Admission:
- The online graduate application.
- One official transcript sent directly from the college/university of all previous undergraduate and graduate coursework to:
Xavier University
Admission Processing Center
3800 Victory Parkway
Cincinnati, Ohio 45207-5131
OR
Electronic transcripts to xugrad@xavier.edu - Statement of moral character.
Applications are processed immediately upon receiving all of the necessary materials, and you will be notified of your status as soon as possible. The admission committee considers all of the information contained in the admission application, including prior grades, test scores and evidence of potential for success in graduate study.
*International students may have additional application requirements. See International Graduate Admissions for more information.
For questions regarding the application process, e-mail the Office of Graduate Services at xugrad@xavier.edu.
Students choose courses in reading and children's literature for their concentration and may add the Ohio Reading Endorsement to their degree program.
These prerequisites are required if a candidate for the degree does not have a valid teaching certificate or current teaching license.
- EDRE 312 / 512: Reading Methods for Early Childhood............ 3cr.
OR - EDRE 314 / 514: Reading Methods for Middle Childhood............ 3cr.
- EDRE 471 / 671: Content Area Literacy............ 3cr.
AND - An undergraduate course in children's literature or adolescent literature............ 3cr.
In addition, the graduate candidate must have (or be in the process of completing) a valid teaching certificate or license.
The following 9 hours of core courses are required for the M.Ed. degree:
- EDFD 500: History and Philosophy of American Education............ 3cr.
- EDFD 505: Organization of Educational Systems in the U.S............ 3cr.
- EDFD 507: Educational Research & Educational Research Paper............ 3cr.
Twenty-one (21) hours of graduate coursework are required for both the Reading Endorsement and the MEd in Reading. Fifteen (15) hours are required in current reading content and research, and six (6) hours are chosen from the list of electives.
- EDRE 569: Phonics and Foundations of Literacy............ 3cr.
- EDRE 671: Content Area Literacy............ 3cr.
- EDRE 672: Theories of Reading............ 3cr.
- EDRE 678: Diagnosis and Correction of Reading Disabilities............ 3cr.
- EDRE 679: Practicum in Reading............ 3cr.
Choose courses from the list below to complete the required 21 hours:
- EDCH 324/524: Children's Literature/Early Childhood (or its equivalent)............ 3cr.
- EDCH 326/526: Children's Literature/Middle Childhood (or its equivalent, fall only)............ 3cr.
- EDCH 501: Advanced Children's Literature............ 3cr.
- EDCH 305/505: Storytelling as a Cultural Craft............ 3cr.
- EDCH 315/515: Adolescent Literature (spring and summer only)............ 3cr.
- EDCH 320/520: Multicultural Literature for Children/Young Adults............ 3cr.
- EDCH 528: Topics in Children's Literature............ 3cr.
- EDEL 351/651: Instructional Strategies for English Language Learners............ 3cr.
- EDME 562: Phonics and Orton Gillingham............ 3cr.
- EDRE 675: Current Research in Reading (summer only)............ 3cr.
- EDRE 676: Teaching the Writing Process (Gr. 4-12) (spring only)............ 3cr.
- EDRE 685: Teaching Reading to Children with Special Needs (summer only)............ 3cr.
Students completing their studies for the MEd in Reading must pass a comprehensive examination and be able to write knowledgeably on the following areas of reading: literacy development, balanced reading and writing programs, reading theory, content area literacy, and diagnosis and remediation of reading.
Please schedule an appointment with an academic advisor for additional information. You may contact the Reading Program at 513-745-3797 or benderslackd@xavier.edu to schedule the appointment.
Tuition
- MEd, MA and Non-degree Licensure/Endorsement and Certificates..............$660
- Catholic School Rate..............$393
- Tier I Partner Rate..............$495
- Tier II Partner Rate..............$561
Fees
- Student ID Fee..............$12.50
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking full-time..............$15 (per semester)
- Graduate Student Association Fee, degree-seeking part-time..............$10 (per semester)
For the full, official listing, please visit xavier.edu/costs.
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Program Features
We understand the demands on working professionals. Our program offers flexible scheduling with part-time, full-time, non-degree, evening and summer courses to accommodate your busy life.
Our 99% teaching licensure exam pass rate means you can feel confident that you'll have the knowledge and skills needed to successfully advance or start your teaching career.
Our curriculum is aligned with the International Literacy Association (ILA) Standards for Literacy Professionals. It covers a range of essential topics, including foundational literacy, diagnostic assessment and structured literacy.
Learn from leading scholars and experienced practitioners in the field of literacy education. Our faculty are dedicated to your success and bring a wealth of real-world knowledge to the classroom.
Contact the Office of the Graduate School for a personalized tour of Xavier University's campus with an emphasis on our graduate education programs.
The Loyal Musketeer Scholarship is available to all graduating students and alumni. The scholarship is equal to 25 percent off the program tuition rate for the accelerated MBA program.
Reading Specialist (MEd) Program at Xavier University
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