Overview

The M.A. in English at UND stresses the importance of gaining breadth in the study of literature and literary periods. At the same time, coursework in the degree asks students to focus on academic writing conventions, on gaining advanced critical tools, and on developing as independent scholars with opportunities to practice research and revision.

Why Study English at University of North Dakota?

Among the program's many features:

Graduate-level seminars that cover a variety of topics. You will find opportunities to study a wide range of literary genres, periods, and authors—and courses that explore literary criticism, research methods, and creative writing.
A strong composition program that takes the teaching of writing seriously. You get coursework in teaching English, practical teaching workshops, individualized attention, and hands-on experience.
Financial support. Qualified students earn graduate teaching assistantships that cover most tuition costs and provide stipends, allowing you to focus on your studies.
A final degree project with strong mentoring from the faculty leads to timely completion on of the degree. Your final portfolio is supported through individualized attention from a committee of faculty and by a portfolio workshop course.
A final portfolio that helps you improve your academic writing and strategies for revision, while giving you the opportunity to return to projects that contribute to your own individual career plans.

A partnership with the American College of Norway provides opportunities for up to two graduate students per year to spend a semester teaching in Moss, Norway.

Career

You will graduate prepared to teach college writing at the introductory level and for any career that requires highly developed verbal, analytical and rhetorical skills. Your M.A. can take you just about anywhere, including:

Professional degree programs such as law school or library science

Teaching at the high school or community college level

Academic administration

Publishing

Editing

Marketing communications

Journalism

Advertising

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Teaching College English

History of Literary Criticism

Studies in Creative Writing

Digital Humanities

Studies in American Literature

Studies in English Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30 (thesis option)

32 (non-thesis option)

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grand Forks, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Twenty semester credits of English beyond the communication requirement with a 3.00 grade point average or better.
A writing sample of 10-15 pages on topics or in modes appropriate to the proposed program of study. Applicants who plan to major in creative writing should also submit an analytical paper.
A resume or CV is recommended for applicants seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistantship.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

25361 USD / year

≈ 25361 USD / year
Out-of-State

19020 USD / year

≈ 19020 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12680 USD / year

≈ 12680 USD / year

Living costs

Grand Forks

United States

1000 - 2180 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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Overview

Why Study English at University of North Dakota?

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Grand Forks

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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