Overview

Program Overview

The Department of English and Journalism at Western Illinois University offers graduate-level study in all areas of English studies. Our graduates pursue information-intensive careers in business and education, including those demanding intensive writing, editing, and sophisticated literacies; secondary or community college teaching in composition or literature. Many also complete further graduate study in the humanities.

Why Choose English at WIU?

We offer individualized programs that encourage students to choose courses and projects tailored to their interests and career goals. While some students focus on literary studies, others work with literature and emerging new media, film, popular culture, professional editing, composition and writing studies.

All students take one required introductory course, and consult with faculty to choose elective courses, consider independent work such as internships, and select an exit option.

Exit options offer a choice between the thesis or directed readings and an exam. Both help develop scholarly and professional skills, allowing students to cultivate expertise in one or more areas of English Studies.

Many students earn credits with internships in teaching, professional writing, library science and other fields, gaining hands-on experience and making valuable professional connections.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Topics in Literature
Major Authors
Teaching Literature in Secondary Schools
Language Diversity and Grammar for Teachers
Writing and Social Networks
Editing and Reviewing
Forms
Critical and Theoretical Movements in Literary Studies
Literary Traditions and Influences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Macomb, United States
Moline, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for admission to the School of Graduate Studies must hold a bachelor's degree from an institution that is accredited by the appropriate U.S. Department of Education regional institutional accrediting agency.
Applicants usually apply for admission to a degree program simultaneously with admission to the School of Graduate Studies.
If the applicant meets the minimum admission requirements of the School of Graduate Studies, a copy of the application materials is forwarded to the program of interest for consideration.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23640 USD / year

≈ 23640 USD / year
Out-of-State

11820 USD / year

≈ 11820 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11820 USD / year

≈ 11820 USD / year

Living costs

Macomb

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Program Overview

Why Choose English at WIU?

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

Macomb

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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