Overview

The Master of Arts in English degree from Jacksonville State University is a thirty-hour master’s program that may be completed in either of the following delivery formats:

Blended: Students may choose to take some classes that meet face to face, some that are offered in a blended (hybrid) format, and/or some that are offered 100% online (synchronous and asynchronous).
100% Online: Students may choose to take all classes that are 100% online (synchronous and asynchronous).

Learning outcomes

Completing the master’s degree in English prepares you for a career as a non-tenure track Instructor of English at any two- or four-year college or university, but, because it builds on the skills acquired at the undergraduate English major level, there are many Careers in English you may explore.

This Master of Arts in English is nationally ranked on GetEducated.com.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Shakespeare

Linguistics

Theatre

Poetry

Literature
Language Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-05-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Jacksonville, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies View 926 other Masters in Language Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed JSU Graduate Application for Admission.
Non-refundable $35.00 application processing fee.
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities with degrees posted. (Students who have previously attended JSU do not need to request a transcript from the university.)
Three Graduate Reference Forms completed by individuals who can provide qualitative assessment of the applicant’s potential for success in graduate coursework. Reference forms will be submitted electronically. Instructions for submission will be sent through email to the applicant upon submission of the online graduate application.
International student applicants must see the International Student Applicants section of this catalog for other application and enrollment requirements.
A writing sample may be requested.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

12840 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 428 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

12840 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 428 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

12840 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 428 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Jacksonville

850 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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