Program Overview

About the Graduate Program

The Master of Arts in English is a two-year degree that offers advanced study in literature, media, and critical theory. The degree prepares students for doctoral work in English, as well as for professions seeking people with highly developed skills in synthesis, argumentation, and analysis; reading, writing, and editing; and all forms of verbal communication. Our program is small but rigorous, embracing traditional and newly canonical works and a variety of critical perspectives. Our M.A. graduates have pursued careers in teaching, publishing, government, creative writing, public relations, learning technology, non-profit work, and library and information sciences.

Program Details

• The graduate catalog contains a complete description of university degree requirements and specific requirements for the English M.A. degree.
• The program offers advanced study in literature, media, and critical theory.
• Career paths for graduates include teaching, publishing, government, creative writing, public relations, learning technology, non-profit work, and library and information sciences.

Admission and Funding

• Admissions: The program has specific admission requirements outlined in the graduate catalog.
• Funding: Funding opportunities are available for graduate students, with details provided in the graduate catalog.
• International Applicants: International students are eligible to apply, with specific requirements and guidelines outlined in the graduate catalog.

Program Structure

• The Master of Arts in English is a two-year degree.
• The program is designed to prepare students for doctoral work in English or for careers requiring advanced skills in synthesis, argumentation, and analysis.