Overview

The English - Rhetoric and Composition M.A. at Georgia State University provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in rhetorical theory, composition studies, and professional communication. This programme is designed to bridge the gap between undergraduate study and advanced doctoral research or specialised industry careers. Students engage with diverse subjects ranging from historical rhetoric to emerging digital media and writing program administration.

Why English - Rhetoric and Composition at Georgia State University?

Georgia State University hosts the largest Rhetoric and Composition programme in the Southeast, featuring a dedicated faculty with expertise in digital rhetoric, writing centre theories, and language studies. The curriculum is uniquely comprehensive, as no other institution in Georgia offers such a wide range of graduate specialisations in this field. Students benefit from practical experience through the Writing Studio, an on-campus research site, and the Writing Across the Curriculum initiative.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 16651 per semester
National fee: USD 16180 per semester
Local fee: USD 4895 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum offers two distinct pathways: a thesis track requiring 36 credit hours and an independent study track requiring 30 credit hours. Modules may include:

History and Theory
Research Methods
Rhetoric and Composition
Directed Reading
Professional Writing
Digital Rhetoric
Language Studies
Writing Centre Studies

Careers with English - Rhetoric and Composition

Graduates of the programme are well-prepared for diverse professional environments and further academic pursuits. Many alumni have successfully secured roles in technical writing, digital design, and professional communication. The degree also serves as a gateway to secondary education positions and admission into prestigious doctoral programmes across the country. Students are supported by internship opportunities with departmental publications and various Atlanta-based non-profit organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History and Theory of Rhetoric and Composition
Contemporary Issues in Writing Studies
Grant and Proposal Writing
Archival Research Methods
Technical Writing
Rhetoric of Digital Media
User Experience Research and Writing
Digital Media Production
Web Programming for Writers
Twentieth and Twenty-first Century Rhetoric
Practical Grammar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Creative Writing View 382 other Masters in Creative Writing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A B.A. in English or a closely related discipline from an accredited college or university with a minimum 3.0 GPA in the undergraduate major;
An 8 to 12 page critical writing sample;
A statement of academic and professional goals.

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

33302 USD / year

≈ 33302 USD / year
Out-of-State

32360 USD / year

≈ 32360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 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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