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Doctor of Philosophy, English, Ph.D.- (Advanced Standing)

At West Virginia University

Location

United States

Qualification

Doctoral degree

Fees

USD31914

(2026)

Duration

5 Semester(s)

Next intake

09.08.2027

Course info

The doctoral program in English develops fluency in the critical discourses of the profession and prepares graduates to teach English professionally on the post-secondary level, or to enter a wide range of alternate academic careers. Advanced Standing - Students are required to complete a minimum number of 42 graduate credit hours, typically across four academic years, in English or Writing Studies at the 500 level or above. Courses taken outside of the department must be approved by the Director of Graduate Studies.

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Duration: 5 Semester(s)

Fees: USD31914

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2027	Morgantown

Entry requirements for West Virginia University

To be eligible for the English graduate program, applicants must submit three letters of recommendation, a statement of purpose, and a writing sample, which should be a 15 to 20-page analysis of literary or cultural texts, along with a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (some programs may require higher).

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at West Virginia University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.