Overview

Key facts

English from William Carey University expands upon the undergraduate curriculum, offering in-depth studies in language, literature, composition theory and practice, literary theory and criticism, literary history, cultural studies, creative writing, and diverse texts.

With a focus on writing precision, effectiveness, and fluency, students are equipped for advanced bibliographical study and research techniques, critical reading, and appreciation of global literatures.

The M.A. in English prepares students for a myriad of careers, including doctoral research, college teaching, publishing, professional writing, library work, government service, law, and ministry, through a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of the English Language
Bibliography and Research
Thesis
English

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Hattiesburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

IELTS must meet the minimum requirement score of 5.5.
A minimum of 15 undergraduate English credits, including 9 upper-level credits, with a GPA of over 3.0, excluding general education courses.
A GRE combined score of 293 (or 850 on the old scale), with probationary admission possible for scores above 291 (or 800 on the old scale) and an undergraduate GPA of over 3.5.
A critical writing sample in MLA format (10-15 pages)

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

14550 USD / full

≈ 14550 USD / full
Out-of-State

14550 USD / full

≈ 14550 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14550 USD / full

≈ 14550 USD / full

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

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Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

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Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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