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Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in English at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley offers a wide range of coursework in literature, cultural studies, rhetoric, and composition, that prepares students for Ph.D. programs, to teach at the secondary or college level, or work in publishing or technical writing.
Key Features
- The MA offers four concentrations (in English Studies, Linguistics, Literature and Cultural Studies, and Rhetoric, Composition and Literacy)
- Accredited, cutting edge degree program
- Experienced, dedicated faculty
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Problems in Linguistics
- Modern English Syntax
- Studies in English Phonology
- History of the English Language
- Studies in Language and Culture
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
Rolling admission for national students.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Literature View 835 other Masters in Literature in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in any field.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Writing sample. A written academic paper suitable for an upper-division course.
- GRE General Test. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years. A waiver of the GRE requirement will be granted to applicants who show proof of completing a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral).
Tuition Fee
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International
15676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7838 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
15676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7838 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
8332 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4166 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Texas City
882 - 1634 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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