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Master of Language and Literacy
California State University, Sacramento
- Sacramento, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 30-unit master's degree in Language and Literacy offered through the Graduate and Professional Studies in Education at Sacramento State.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Language and Literacy. Apply skills related to Coursework includes Practicum in Decoding and Fluency
- Assessment and Instruction
- Practicum in Comprehension. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Editorial Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Communications Coordinator
- Cultural Program Coordinator
Curriculum
- 30-unit master's programme offered through the Graduate and Professional Studies in Education. Coursework includes Practicum in Decoding and Fluency: Assessment and Instruction
- Practicum in Comprehension: Assessment and Instruction
- Teaching and Assessing Writing in the Pre-K through
- Psychology and Sociology of Literacy Instruction and Language and Literacy Development in Multicultural Settings. Requirements mention a thesis
- a culminating project
- a practicum.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Equivalent of a US bachelor degree
- 3-year foreign degrees need a WES
- ECE or ACEI evaluation
- Additional academic criteria: Programme minimum GPA 2.5 - 3.25 (MS Computer Science 3.0).
Accepted academic background
Equivalent of a US bachelor degree, 3-year foreign degrees need a WES, ECE or ACEI evaluation
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 new scale for tests after 2026-01-21)
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 65
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Financial Support Statement
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the Language and Literacy admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,577 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Sacramento (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Education |
| Department | Graduate and Professional Studies in Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Potential California State University, Sacramento scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Language and Literacy. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
170 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 3 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $24,577 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,151 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 new scale for tests after 2026-01-21), Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 65.

