Admissions deadlines are as follows:
October 1 for admission to the Winter/Spring semester
February 1 for admission to the Summer and Fall semesters
Applications received prior to the October 1 deadline will receive notification of admission prior to the Winter/Spring semester.
Applications received prior to the February 1 deadline will receive notification of admission to the Summer and/or Fall semesters.
Applications can be submitted but are not reviewed during the Summer semester. Once admitted to the program, students may take a maximum of 9 credits appropriate to the Literacy and Language Program prior to taking the first proseminar (TE 840).
Submitting Your Materials
Students should submit the following materials
with their application:
1. Goal Statement: A 2-page goal statement serves two
functions. First, it provides the review committee with information regarding
the match between students' interests and what is offered within the literacy
MA program. Second, it provides a sample of the applicant's writing.
2. Transcripts: The transcripts should be official ones
from all institutions previously attended. Transcripts provide information
about the applicant's potential to participate fully in the academic coursework
demands of the program.
3. Writing Sample: A sample of professional writing
you have done in a course or work setting.
4. Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation
should be submitted from people who are able to attest to the applicant's
academic ability and potential for success in the program.
5. Resume: Include an updated version of your resume.
All materials should be submitted to:
Linda Brandau, Literacy MA Program Secretary
malit@msu.edu
Michigan State University
301F Erickson Hall
East Lansing, MI 48824-1034
517- 432-7705 Office
Hours, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, M - F, or by appointment
Following initial review by the admissions committee, students may be invited to interview with a Literacy faculty member. Final admissions decisions will be made on a basis of knowledge available from the goal statement, transcripts, writing sample, letters of recommendation, resume and interview.
If applicants have additional
questions or would like to schedule an appointment with the program coordinator
or a faculty member within the program, please contact Linda at (517)
432-7705 or e-mail her at malit@msu.edu