Sixth-Year Certificate in Reading and Language Arts - Admissions

Applying for Admission

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education and a Master’s degree in Reading or Education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education with a minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 point scale. A minimum of one year teaching experience is preferred.

For consideration, applicants must submit the following:

1. A completed online application with supplemental materials (ccsu.edu/apply):
   • Copy of current teaching certificate (one year of teaching experience preferred)
   • $50 application fee
2. Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from a regionally accredited institution of higher education (GPA of 3.00 or higher)
   • Applicants must hold a master’s degree in reading, education, or related field

Official transcripts may be sent directly to the Graduate Recruitment & Admissions Office: