M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education

Tuition is Eligible students enrolled in the M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education program can receive a 25% Tuition Award, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

This 36-credit Master of Science in Education program prepares teachers with initial certification to support PreK-12 learners through whole-class, small-group, or individualized instruction. Students explore literacy theory, equity, diversity, and children's literature, gaining expertise in instruction, intervention, and curriculum design through coursework, action research, and hands-on experience.

The program requires 36 credits, including 30 credits of coursework and two 3-credit practicum courses in the Duquesne Reading Clinic for hands-on assessment and intervention experience.

Graduates are eligible to become certified reading specialists in Pennsylvania.

Admission requires a bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA, official transcripts from all prior institutions, a CV/resume, and an essay addressing specific program-related questions.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Hybrid delivery, with a typical duration of 2 years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 79% of applicants.

Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, founded in 1878, is a mid-sized private university with about 8,300 students and a growing international cohort. The university’s urban campus provides convenient access to Pittsburgh’s professional sectors while maintaining a distinct campus identity and strong student support services. Duquesne blends liberal arts foundations with professionally oriented programs that emphasize ethical leadership and community engagement.

Academic offerings span business, health professions, law, nursing, music and the humanities, with an emphasis on preparing students for careers through internships and applied learning. Faculty often work closely with students on research and practicum experiences, and the university maintains partnerships with hospitals, firms and cultural institutions in the city to facilitate hands-on training and professional networking.

Life at Duquesne includes active student organizations, campus ministry and career development resources tailored to international students, including orientation, language support and visa guidance. The Pittsburgh setting offers internships, cultural activities and a growing job market for graduates. Prospective international students who want a supportive, values-driven campus with strong professional connections will find Duquesne welcoming and well positioned to foster academic growth and career readiness.