Literacy Education - Admissions & Application

Please note: Incomplete admissions paperwork will be retained for two years in the Graduate Education Office.

Application Requirements

• Writing Sample - Please attach an essay of 300-500 words explaining why you are seeking admission to this program. Include how this program will help achieve your personal and/or career goals.

• Resume - Please attach a one-page professional resume highlighting your professional experience.

• Transcripts - One official transcript from all colleges/universities attended. (Minimum G.P.A. 3.0).
  NOTE: All official transcripts can be sent via mail to Roberts Wesleyan University" ATTN: AGE Admissions Office" 2301 Westside Drive Rochester, NY 14624.

• Recommendations - Two professional recommendations needed; please send us the form from the application, along with recommendation letter. (One recommendation needs to be from an education professor.)

• Proof of certification on the TEACH website is required.

​NOTE: The following may be required at the discretion of the program:

• A personal interview with program director or a graduate faculty member
• Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) if English is not that applicant's first language

Enrollment Periods:

• See start dates

Application Checklist

• My application is complete

• I have enclosed a copy of my current certification

• I have enclosed my writing sample

• I have enclosed my resume

• I have requested an official transcript from all colleges/universities attended. They will be sent directly to the Admissions Coordinator in Graduate Teacher Education at Roberts Wesleyan University.

• I have requested two professional recommendations (letters and forms) be sent directly to the Admissions Coordinator in Graduate Teacher Education at Roberts Wesleyan University.

Application Questions:

Call: 585.594.6600 | 800.777.4792 (toll free) | Email: AGE-Admissions@roberts.edu