Overview

Students seeking the masters degree may select from the following concentrations: American Indian Education, Bilingual Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Educational Thought and Sociocultural Studies, Literacy and Language Arts, and Social Studies.

Key Features

The purpose of the master's degree is to contribute to the professional development of educators and other professionals.

The LLSS doctoral degree prepares students for college teaching and research in education (including teacher education) and other leadership positions in education, social services, and allied professions.

The Language, Literacy, and Sociocultural Studies program at The University of New Mexico is organized around the following focus areas: American Indian Education, Bilingual Education/English as a Second Language, Literacy and Language Arts, and Educational Thought and Sociocultural Studies.

Programme Structure

Concentrations:

American Indian Education

Bilingual Education

Educational Thought and Sociocultural Studies

Literacy/Language Arts

Social Studies

Teaching English as a Second Language

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Duolingo English Test

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albuquerque, United States

Disciplines

Literacy Education View 32 other PhDs in Literacy Education in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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TOEFL^® IBT

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Other requirements

General requirements

LLSS Application Guidelines

Demographic Form

Admission Form and Residency Information Form (both in one document)

Letter of Recommendation Form

Student insurance

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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

29681 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29681 USD per year during 60 months.
National

29681 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29681 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

10808 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10808 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Albuquerque

870 - 1360 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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