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Reading and Writing

Learn more about studying Reading and Writing as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    7,422USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Murray State University says about their program:

Are you interested in improving students’ reading in your classroom, school and district? The reading and writing program may be just what you are looking for! You’ll get to enjoy courses in literacy foundations, teaching word study, assessment and instruction of struggling readers as well as leadership experiences in literacy. Plus, you can choose from electives in areas such as language arts and content areas in reading and writing. It’s a practical program that is sure to help you earn your Master's degree and become an even better teacher.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma or graduation certificate
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or graduation certificate
  • Depending on the program, a minimum GPA of 2.75/3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale is required
  • GMAT or GRE official scores report (only if these tests are required for the desired graduate program)

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • TOEFL

    71

  • PTE

    51

  • Duolingo

    100

  • TOEIC

    790 or higher with 160 or higher speaking

  • GTEC

    1190

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate and Graduate requirements

  • SAT score of 960
  • Kaplan English Certificate Advanced Level (Higher Intermediate Level for full admission with condition)
  • British / Cambridge International Examinations

    GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, AICE, HIGCSE certificate with five O-Level subject passes, or a level of B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam.

  • Completion of one semester of full-time university level classes (minimum of 12 credit hours) with a 2.5 GPA or higher at an accredited US institution
  • Graduation from a high school in the United States
  • Students from the following countries are not required to submit English proficiency scores

    Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, British Islands, Cameroon (University of Buea and University of Bamenda), Canada, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria and United Kingdom.

  • B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam for graduate programs

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof of Financial Support

    Bank statement (issued within the last 6 months) or scholarship letter

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Proof of Financial Support

    Bank statement (issued within the last 6 months) or scholarship letter

  • Letters of Reference
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Official GMAT or GRE score for certain programs
  • Resume for certain programs
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Scholarships at Murray State University

  • Transfer Scholarship

    Official page

    Murray State University awards this scholarship to first-time transfer students with a minimum 2.75 cumulative transferable GPA who enroll full-time (12+ credit hours per semester). Awards are tiered by GPA for the 2026-27 academic year: $5,000 (3.80-4.00 GPA), $4,000 (3.50-3.79 GPA), $2,500 (3.00-3.49 GPA), and $1,500 (2.75-2.99 GPA). The award is renewable for three consecutive fall/spring semesters or until bachelor's degree completion, whichever comes first, and can be applied to tuition, campus housing, meal plan, or bookstore charges. Murray State's international student scholarships and cost page explicitly states that its scholarships, including this one, provide academic award opportunities "to both domestic and international students," making this transfer award open to international undergraduates who meet the GPA and enrollment criteria.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$15,672 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$7,422 per year

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What is the cost of living near Murray State University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Murray State University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements