Program Overview

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English Department Overview

The English Department at Marquette University offers a range of programs for undergraduate and graduate students. These programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in English literature, language, and writing.

Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate Program Overview

The undergraduate program in English is designed to provide students with a broad-based education in English literature, language, and writing. The program offers a range of courses that cover various periods, genres, and topics in English literature, as well as courses in creative writing, professional writing, and literary theory.

Accelerated Degree Program

The Accelerated Degree Program (ADP) in English is designed to allow students to earn a BA degree and an MA degree in English in five years rather than the six years normally required to earn both degrees. Undergraduates participating in this program are granted early admission to the Graduate School and are allowed to take up to 12 credit hours of graduate-level courses during their senior year; these graduate courses can also count towards senior year major requirements.

Requirements for the Accelerated Degree Program

• Students must have taken 4 ENGL courses beyond ENGL 1001
• Students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• The GRE is not required
• To apply, students will need a statement of purpose, writing sample, and two faculty references

ADP Map

The ADP map outlines the required courses and credits for the program.

• Required: 30 hours of graduate credit
• 18 credits (5 courses, including 6820) must be at the 6000 level or above
• The remaining courses may be at the 5000 level

Pre-Planning and Coursework

• Pre-planning: Apply for the ADP program, ideally by March 1, and plan to finish all BA credit requirements plus 12 MA credits during senior year
• Year One (senior year):
  • ENGL 6820/8282 (theory course)
  • One additional ENGL course at the 5000 or 6000 level
  • Other classes as needed
• Year Two:
  • Three ENGL courses at the 5000 or 6000 level, including 6820/8282 if not taken in Year One
  • Three ENGL courses at the 5000 or 6000 level OR two courses plus a 3-credit scholarly or professional project

Graduate Programs

Master's Programs

The English Department offers a Master's program in English, which provides students with advanced training in English literature, language, and writing. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in teaching, writing, and editing, as well as for further study at the doctoral level.

Ph.D. Program

The Ph.D. program in English is designed to provide students with advanced training in English literature, language, and writing, as well as to prepare them for careers as scholars and teachers. The program offers a range of courses and seminars that cover various periods, genres, and topics in English literature, as well as courses in literary theory and criticism.

Additional Information

• Tuition fees for ADPs in their second year (beginning the fall after they receive their BA) will be at the rate for humanities graduate students, which is $500/credit.
• Other costs may exist, and students should consult with the department for more information.

Research Areas

The English Department has a range of research areas, including:

• Faculty Research Areas
• Books by Faculty
• Journals Edited by Faculty
• Graduate Research
• Undergraduate Research

Faculty

The English Department has a diverse and accomplished faculty, with expertise in a range of areas, including:

• Faculty & Staff Directory
• Faculty Research Areas
• Faculty Emeriti