Overview

Through the study of writing, rhetoric, theory, and literature, students in our on-campus and online M.A. programs develop highly-valued skills and capacities that will prove indispensable whether they are pursuing careers in education, creative or professional writing, business, publishing, advertising, consulting, marketing, public relations, law, technology, or medicine.

Our students are trained in writing, analysis, research, problem solving, project management, and leadership. At the same time, they explore the ways in which literature—both that we read and that we write—deepens our understanding of ourselves, cultivates our knowledge of the world, and develops our empathy for others.

Students who pursue the M.A. in English at South Dakota State University position themselves not only to excel professionally, but to pursue meaningful work that fosters human connections, improves communities, and adds value to their lives and the lives of others. Students in our Master's programs work closely with faculty who have expertise in a wide range of specialty areas, including British and American literature, juvenile literature, ethnic literatures, women’s writing, creative writing, rhetoric, composition, professional and technical writing, literary and cultural theory, publishing and editing, legal studies, film studies, and peace and conflict studies.

Is it for you?

This program will be a good fit if you:

Value the study of literature and literary history
Possess an interest in critical and/or creative writing
Seek to develop highly sought-after skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, analysis, research, and communication
Wish to develop a deeper understanding of the meaning and the diversity of human experience

Career Opportunities

Teacher at a community or junior college
A doctoral student
Professional writer
Business writer
Environmental science or travel writer
Editor/publisher
Researcher
Journalist
Public relations or marketing and communication specialist
Digital media specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literature

Linguistics

Phonetics

Syntax

Prose
Shakespeare

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

100

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Brookings, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 100 other Masters in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

100

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

Prepare for Your English Test

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98 accuracy using real exam data
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Other requirements

General requirements

The application must include the application fee, all post-secondary transcripts, degree certificate, and other materials as required by specific programs before processing of the application will begin.

Master’s degree applicants must have an approved Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (except in approved/accelerated programs). Domestic, international or non-degree seeking students may submit an application online.

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

10095 USD / year

≈ 10095 USD / year
Out-of-State

10095 USD / year

≈ 10095 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7260 USD / year

≈ 7260 USD / year

Additional Details

Online Tuition: $470.45

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for English.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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About

Overview

Is it for you?

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

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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