Certificate in Children's and Young Adult Literature (Online)
This program is currently unavailable. Please contact the department at curric@indiana.edu for details.
The Graduate Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature (CAYAL) provides masters and doctoral students with knowledge of children’s and young adult literature with an emphasis on multicultural and international perspectives.
You'll explore the complex body of works in the field in relation to theoretical perspectives, research methods, and instructional approaches.
Please note: The Graduate Certificate in Children’s and Young Adult Literature is not the equivalent of or preparation for a state teaching license.
Starting Semester
Deadline
Fall
Mar 1
Spring
Nov 1
Summer
Mar 1
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive.
The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.
Note: If you are currently enrolled or have applied in the past year, you should qualify for an application fee waiver. Click here for criteria and how to obtain the waiver.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00
Completed online application that includes:
Personal statement
Resume
Minimum 79 TOEFL score or minimum 6.5 IELTS score (international students only)
If you choose to pursue a master's or doctoral degree in Literacy, Culture, and Language Education, these certificate courses may apply to your degree requirements.
Completion of the certificate program does not guarantee admission to the master's or doctoral program.
