2018-2019 Graduate Catalog

Master of Arts in English (English Studies)

32 credits

Admission requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate School and have an undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0. To apply, submit a statement of purpose (750-1000 words), a sample of scholarly or critical writing (8-15 pp double-spaced), three letters of recommendation, and Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. Non-native speakers of English may submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores in place of GRE scores.

Degree requirements

Core requirements

Approved courses in English

15-29

Research requirements

ENG 601Research in English Studies

3

or

RES 697Research Paper

1 TO 3

or

THES 698Thesis

1 TO 6

Total Credits:3-6

ENG electives (electives outside the department are subject to departmental approval)

Total Credits:0-14

Total Credits: 32