Program Overview

The Ph.D. program in English at the University of New Hampshire offers two specializations: Literature and Rhetoric, Literacy, and Composition Studies. The program emphasizes critical writing, speaking, research, and pedagogical skills for effective college teaching. Students complete coursework, examinations, and a dissertation, and have opportunities for teaching assistantships and research. Graduates pursue careers in academia, research, publishing, writing program administration, and K-12 education.