Master of Arts in English

As an English master's student, you will be able to develop expertise in a variety of areas, including literature, literary theory and criticism, screen studies, rhetoric and writing studies, and linguistics. In consultation with your advisory committee, you will devise an individualized curriculum that reflects your own intellectual interests and prepares you to enter a Ph.D. program, teach at the college level or meet other professional goals.

Transcripts B.A. or B.S. appropriate to intended graduate specialization from accredited institution of higher learning (minimum 3.0 GPA) Two letters of recommendation Written statement outlining proposed area of study, reasons for undertaking graduate study in this area, relevant work experience and future career plans (approximately 250 words) Writing sample (7- to 15-page paper recently written for upper-level seminar or English course in appropriate area of study) Professional writing applicants may submit portfolio of work-related documents instead Professional writing applicants must also: Have an undergraduate degree in English or related field, with at least 24 credit hours in English beyond first-year composition Demonstrate a background in some technical area through work experience and/or coursework