Overview

The English M.A. at Saint Louis University provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in various literary fields alongside the study of rhetoric and composition. This programme is designed to equip scholars with advanced skills in writing, theory, and research methodology. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances historical breadth with critical depth, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the discipline.

The department is closely associated with the Walter J. Ong Centre for Digital Humanities, offering unique opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement. Faculty and students actively participate in research colloquia and reading groups, fostering a vibrant intellectual community.

Why English at Saint Louis University?

Students at Saint Louis University gain access to specialised facilities and research centres that enhance their academic experience. The affiliation with the Walter J. Ong Centre for Digital Humanities allows for the exploration of modern technological applications within literary studies. Furthermore, the programme's presence at the Saint Louis University-Madrid campus offers a global perspective on English studies, broadening the scope of the educational environment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1400 per credit
National fee: USD 1400 per credit
Local fee: USD 1400 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires 30 credits of coursework, including core requirements in research methods and critical theory. Students can choose between a nonthesis option, an article-length essay track, or a traditional thesis. Modules may include:

Methods of Literary Research
Literary Theory
Teaching Writing
Medieval Literature
Early Modern Literature
Literature of the Long 19th Century
Modern and Contemporary Literature
Rhetoric and Composition
Thesis Research

Careers with English

Graduates of the programme are well-prepared for a variety of professional pathways. Many students progress into the university's Ph.D. programme to pursue careers in higher education and advanced research. Others successfully transition into roles within the publishing and editing industries. The programme also provides the necessary academic background for those seeking careers in secondary education, equipping them with advanced pedagogical and analytical skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods of Literary Research
Teaching Writing

Medieval Literature

Renaissance/Early Modern Literature (ca. 1500-1800)

Literature of the Long 19th Century (ca. 1789-1914): British, American, African American, or Transatlantic

Modern and/or Contemporary Literature: British, Irish, American, African American, Transatlantic, or Postcolonial

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-16 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Louis, United States
Madrid, Spain

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High levels of academic distinction, at well-regarded colleges and universities with rigorous B.A./M.A. programs.

High GPA (3.7 and above in English).

Identified fields/areas of intended study, possible thesis/dissertation topics, and specific faculty in the department with whom students might wish to work.

Professional goal statement that aligns well with the curricula the department offers.

Application Requirements

Application form and fee

Transcript(s)

Three letters of recommendation assessing potential in graduate studies

Résumé

Writing sample (10 pages demonstrating competence in analyzing literary texts; this can be an excerpt taken from a longer piece)

Professional goal statement

Demonstrate English Language Proficiency

Proof of financial support

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

21000 USD / year

≈ 21000 USD / year
Out-of-State

21000 USD / year

≈ 21000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

21000 USD / year

≈ 21000 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Louis

United States

1015 - 1530 USD / month

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