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Overview
What makes University of Wisconsin Milwaukee different? They focus exclusively on modernity from the early modern to the present, in courses that combine theoretical ambition with historical rigor. Building on UWM’s long tradition of groundbreaking theoretical work, our faculty are at the center of some of the most exciting developments in English studies today.
What you'll learn
The English department faculty has special strengths in a large number of areas, including creative writing, American literature, post-colonialism, Native American studies, digital literature, cinema and media studies, queer theory, feminism and women’s studies, visual and scientific rhetoric, and Irish studies, among many others.
The department offers concentrations in Literature and Cultural Theory, Rhetoric, Writing, and Community Engagement, Creative Writing, and Media, Cinema and Digital Studies. Teaching assistantships are available.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theories in Public Rhetorics and Community Engagement
- Research Methods in Rhetorics, Literacies, and Community Engagement
- History of Rhetoric and Writing Studies
- Writing for Nonprofits
- Topics in Advanced Communications
- The Rhetoric of Argument
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Creative Writing Literature View 391 other Masters in Creative Writing in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
GMAT Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Undergraduate major in English or related field, with appropriate background for proposed concentration of study: Plan A, broad background in English and American literature; Plan B, literature, linguistics, and/or composition; Plan C, literature and creative writing; Plan G, professional writing; Plan H, background in media studies, film studies, or digital and/or popular culture.
- Undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale).
- Three letters of recommendation to the Department’s Director of Graduate Studies from persons familiar with applicant’s academic ability and achievement.
- A sample of academic writing.
- For Plan C admission, an applicant must also submit samples of original fiction or poetry.
Tuition Fee
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International
25650 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25650 USD per year during 12 months. -
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In-State
12220 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12220 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Milwaukee
1066 - 1767 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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