M.A. in English Studies and Communication

The master of arts in English Studies and Communication is a flexible, 36-credit program in English language, literature, and communication.Teachers who want to advance in their careers or expand their teaching repertoire (for example, to teach dual-credit high school and college courses)Current and aspiring professional writersIndividuals preparing to teach the English language and in the U.S. and abroadIndividuals preparing to teach American literature and culture in other countriesEnglish majors from other countries who want to improve their general proficiency in the English language for use in business or industryIndividuals preparing for “gap-year” programs such as Fulbright and Peace CorpsStudents preparing to apply for Ph.D. programs in English literature, rhetoric and composition, or communicationStudents earning or planning to earn a second master’s degree, such as an MFA in Creative Writing or a master’s degree in Library and Information SciencesIndividuals preparing to teach introductory composition and literature courses at qualifying universities and community colleges.