Admission to the certificate program requires that applicants have completed at least a master's degree.

Spring (2025) application closes November 30

Summer application opens January 1 and closes April 30th.

Educational Literacy Certificate does not qualify for a student visa.

Spring 2025 

Summer 2025

Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions should be uploaded with your electronic application and may be used for departmental admission review purposes. If offered admission, you will be directed and required to submit to the JMU Graduate School an official transcript from any institution from which a degree has been awarded to finalize your admission. Transcripts are considered official if they are sent to JMU directly from the issuing institution.

Professional resume

Personal statement - Why do you want to earn a Graduate Certificate in Literacy Education?

Valid teaching  license 

Two Letters of Recommendation - from relevant school personnel familiar with your teaching performance and leadership potential.  

• Application --> Visit the Online Application
• Application fee

International Graduate Information

International applicants are welcome to apply, however, this program is offered online only. Visas to study in the United States can only be issued for primarily in-person programs. A visa cannot be issued for programs that are primarily online.

Details regarding transcripts and credential evaluations from non-US academic institutions can be found on the Transcripts & Credential Evaluation webpage.