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Master of Arts in English

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Master of Arts (M.A.) in English

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Increase Your Writing Skills and Career Opportunities with a Master of Arts in English

A Master of Arts in English can open up numerous career prospects. In addition to careers in writing fiction or non-fiction, you can pursue positions in education, human resources, market research, journalism, and more. If you have a love of literature and a desire to write, then a master’s degree in English is a great opportunity for your career pursuit.

Throughout this degree, you will study English and Western literature as well as gain a background in research and writing. In addition to these skills, you will learn critical approaches to interpreting texts and the linguistic characteristics of English throughout its history. Our master’s in English degree program will equip you for doctoral studies and prepare you for careers that are rewarding and fulfilling.

Pursue Your Degree with Confidence

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
You will learn from experienced, published professors who care about you as an individual.
Our chapter of Sigma Tau Delta — an international society dedicated to fostering literacy and all aspects of the discipline of English — provides you with professional development
You can pursue opportunities to publish your work in Liberty’s literary journal.
You can gain valuable teaching experience as a Graduate Student Assistant.

What Will You Learn?

Advanced literary criticism
Christian poetics
Principles of bibliography and research to prepare you for the final thesis proposal and defense
Studies in various American and world literature

Career Opportunities for Graduates of Our Master’s Degree in English

Author
College or secondary teacher
Editor
Journalist
Public relations worker
Publisher

Experiences and Resources Available to English Students

As a Liberty University student, you will have opportunities to showcase your work at conferences around the country.
You will learn from experienced professors who are well-published in the field and care about you as an individual.
Our chapter of Sigma Tau Delta — an international society dedicated to fostering literacy and all aspects of the discipline of English — provides you with professional development
You can pursue opportunities to publish your work in Liberty’s literary journal, Lamp.

Admission Requirements for Graduate Degrees

Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:

Admission application
Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 3.0 GPA or higher
Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Writing sample (8-10 pages)
Statement of Purpose – 1-page paper discussing your goals for your intended academic program and an explanation of what you hope to gain from and contribute to the program

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SACSCOC

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Residential

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Aug 19, 2024

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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