Master of Education in Reading Education (M.Ed.) Admission

**THIS PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS**

Admission requirements include:

  • A $50 nonrefundable application fee.
  • A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • A completed graduate admission application form.
  • Two letters of recommendation from a professional in the field of education.
  • Official copies of all college transcripts.
  • Undergraduate cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher graduate GPA on last 60 credits completed in upper division courses.
  • A resume.
  • A 250-word letter of interest, stating goals and purposes for pursuing degree..
  • Minimum two (2) years teaching experience preferred.
  • Two letters of recommendation from a professional in the field of education.
  • Maximum of six (6) graduate credit hours relevant to the program with an earned grade of "B" or higher may be transferred from an accredited college or university as approved by program director. Any work transferred to Jacksonville University will be entered on the JU transcript as hours earned only and will not be used in computation of the grade point average.
  • Demonstrated access to a personal computer, high-speed internet connection, and an email account.

Admission to the M.Ed. in Reading Education degree program is selective and limited to those students who demonstrate a potential for successfully completing the program. The decision is based upon the applicant's admission requirements as outlined above.