Elementary Education - Literacy Option

This program leading to a Master of Arts in Elementary Education is for elementary school teachers. Students complete foundation courses in education and in curriculum and instruction, and an area of concentration such as literacy, multicultural, middle, or elementary education. As a culminating activity, students apply theory to practice in their area of concentration through creative critical thinking.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements include: - Hold a teaching certificate. -- Earned a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or better. Provisional admission may be granted to those students who have a 2.5-2.74 grade point average.

Akron Advantage

A unique combination of initiatives, traits, competencies and past successes at The University of Akron give our students a competitive edge after graduation. There are many components to this "Akron Advantage", including Documented Excellence through the University