Applying to this Literacy Master's Program
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Get Started – Starts Each Fall Term
Recommended Application Deadline
July 1: We recommend that you apply by July 1 for the Fall term start, but we will accept qualified applicants up until the first day of classes if space is available. Please check with the Admissions Coach about space if you are applying just before the program begins.
Program Coordinator
Matthew Farber, Ed.D.
matthew.farber@unco.edu
970-351-1981
Admissions Coach
Jori Moore
jori.moore@unco.edu
Call: 970-351-4802
Text: 970-616-6778
Coaches can reply Mon-Fri 8-5 (Mountain time).
Application Process
Thank you for your interest in this UNC graduate program! You will complete the UNC Graduate School application and then submit additional materials. Please review the Eligibility section of the Program Summary page prior to application.
U.S. applicants (outside of Colorado) for online programs: please be sure to check your eligibility by state of residence.
Step 1 – Apply
Apply to the UNC Graduate School. You will start a "UNC Graduate School Application." The following bullets will support you as you complete the application and material submission process.
On the application, choose the following program:
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Literacy (M.A.)
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Request 3 academic or professional letters of recommendation from those who can attest to your academic potential and abilities. You will be asked to supply contact information for your recommenders in the application.
International applicants: please visit the International Students Admission Requirements page for information about additional requirements.
If you are unable to complete your application in one session, you can log back in to your application later to complete it. The application fee process will appear once you submit your application.
Step 2 - Submit Supplemental Items
You will then continue in the system (or log into the Admissions Portal) to complete the following:
All applicants will need to request one official transcript from each regionally accredited college or university where a bachelor's degree or higher was earned (or is in progress). Some applicants may need to provide additional transcripts. Situations that require this are listed on the Graduate School website (choose Domestic or International). Directions for having your official transcript(s) sent are listed in the Application Portal.
Statement of Goals addressing your potential as a graduate student and future professional goals. The statement should be 500 words or less.
The application portal will also show you which of your recommendations have been completed.
Note: the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is NOT required for this program.
Once you apply to the UNC Graduate School and your application packet is complete, your application will be reviewed by the graduate school then sent to the faculty/program for an admission decision. The timing of the admission decision depends on each individual program’s deadline and review process.
