Overview

The English M.A. at St. John's University offers students a comprehensive engagement with diverse literary traditions, critical theory, and advanced composition studies. This postgraduate programme is designed to foster sophisticated analytical skills while allowing for significant intellectual specialisation. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances traditional scholarship with emerging fields in cultural and media studies.

Why English at St. John's University?

Choosing this programme means joining a vibrant intellectual community in the heart of New York. The department is distinguished by its research faculty who are deeply committed to mentorship and teaching. Students have unique opportunities to gain practical experience through the Institute for Writing Studies or by contributing to departmental publications such as The St. John's Humanities Review and Sequoya.

The university provides a range of competitive graduate assistantships that offer tuition remission and stipends. These roles allow students to gain professional experience in tutoring or administrative support while pursuing their degrees. Additionally, the department hosts annual graduate conferences and colloquia, ensuring a dynamic environment for academic exchange.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1640 per credit
National fee: USD 1640 per credit
Local fee: USD 1640 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 33 credit hours delivered through small, research-focused seminars. Students may choose to complete a master's thesis or focus entirely on coursework, concluding with a professional portfolio. Modules may include:

Literature
Cultural Studies
Critical Theory
Writing
Composition Studies
Research Methods

Careers with English

Graduates are equipped with the critical thinking and communication skills essential for success in both academia and professional industries. The programme has a strong track record of placing students into prestigious doctoral fellowships at institutions such as Columbia University, Brown University, and the University of Maryland.

Beyond further research, alumni have established successful careers in diverse sectors including:

Publishing and editorial services
Secondary and higher education
Legal professions
Corporate communications and administration

The university's career services provide dedicated support through one-on-one counselling, workshops, and networking events to help students secure internships and permanent roles in their chosen fields.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

Recommended deadlines. Graduate programs use rolling admission: qualified applications reviewed and accepted as space allows until semester start.

Language

English

Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with at least 24 credits completed in English.

An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0, and a 3.5 GPA in English courses.

Three letters of recommendation, two of which should be academic letters attesting to your work as a student.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36080 USD / year

≈ 36080 USD / year
Out-of-State

36080 USD / year

≈ 36080 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36080 USD / year

≈ 36080 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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