Overview

Key Facts

This Language, Literacies and Learning degree at University of Illinois at Chicago is intended for students who are interested in obtaining:

the Reading Specialist Endorsement,

the Reading Teacher Endorsement,

the ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement, or

degree only

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Societal Languages
Literacies and Learning

Current Issues
Educating English Language Learners

Language and Literacy Policy

Languages and Literacies In and Out of School

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Two letters required addressing the applicant’s academic qualifications, teaching experience, research ability, and ability to carry on advanced degree studies. At least one of these letters must be written by a former professor or supervisor familiar with the applicant’s academic work in an undergraduate or graduate setting.

A resume and personal statement (500–1000 words) that indicates strand of interest and addresses relevant personal background, professional experiences, and professional goals. For the Reading Teacher and Reading Specialist Endorsements, an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) is required. In addition, the Reading Specialist requires a minimum of two years of teaching experience.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

27306 USD / year

≈ 27306 USD / year
Out-of-State

27306 USD / year

≈ 27306 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13102 USD / year

≈ 13102 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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