Online K-12 Reading Endorsement
Reading Endorsement Preparation Program Cohort (Non-Degree)
Program Details:
- Courses are 100% online with the benefit of local Kent State faculty for support
- Work in a cohort with other K-12 teachers
- All coursework will be completed in four months
Course Schedule
Ready to Apply? Follow these steps:
1. Complete the
2. Review the Reading Endorsement Cohort Admission Requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 2.75 GPA on a 4.000 scale
- A lower GPA may be considered for conditional admission. Please contact Dr. Lori Wilfong at lgkrug@kent.edu to be considered.
- Official transcript(s) from each institution in which a degree was earned (this includes associate, bachelor, masters, etc.). KSU transcripts can be accessed internally.
- Questions in Anticipation of Licensure Form (embedded within application)
- 9-12 credit hours in reading coursework, depending on licensure (verification form embedded within application). Transcripts documenting reading hours must be uploaded/submitted during the application process.
- Evidence of a valid teaching license from the State of Ohio (Resident Educator or Professional teaching license). Alternative RE license holders are not eligible.
3. Apply to the Reading Endorsement Preparation Program:
How do I register for the reading endorsement? You must apply to the graduate school. There are two choices:
- M.Ed. (Master’s in Reading Specialization) or
- Graduate non-degree
Consider applying for the M.Ed. (Masters of Education) rather than grad non-degree. If you go the grad non-degree route, you can only transfer 12 of your 13 hours into a Master’s Program (meaning you lose 1 hour). You have 6 years to complete your Master’s degree.
How do I apply to the Graduate School?
APPLY NOW. We have rolling admissions so apply as soon as possible to ensure you can register for the necessary courses. DO NOT WAIT or you may not be admitted in time. Late admissions may result in being closed out of the necessary classes.
Go to www.kent.edu/admissions/apply. Select the College and Graduate School of Education, Health, and Human Services.
Reading Endorsement Licensure Requirements:
After coursework, how do I add the endorsement to my license?
- Take the OAE Reading K-12 Exam, subtest 1 (38) and 2 (39). Send scores to the Vacca Office.
- Apply at the Vacca Office to have the endorsement added to your license. There is a 12-month window to submit this information. Vacca Offices of Student Services: 304 White Hall â—Ź 330-672-2862 â—Ź oss@kent.edu
- For more information, see www.kent.edu/ehhs/voss/how-apply-educator-license under “Add an Endorsement or Teaching Field to an Existing License"
For questions: lgkrug@kent.edu