Overview

Through coursework, close interactions with faculty, and individual research projects, students infuse their broad understanding of the field of English studies with their own particular literary interests and concerns.

Learning outcomes

The English curriculum at Clemson University offers courses in theory, literary periods and genres, film, new media, creative writing, cultural studies, and rhetoric. The MAE program serves three types of students: those who plan to pursue graduate studies in literature or creative writing at the doctoral level; those aiming to teach in high schools, community colleges, and technical colleges; and those who want to enrich their background in English studies, develop research and writing skills, and continue their intellectual experience beyond the baccalaureate.

The program offers a thesis track, including 24 hours of coursework and 6 hours of thesis research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research

Literary Theory
British Literature
American Literature

Composition Theory
Linguistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Clemson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application
A brief personal statement in the form of an intellectual biography: Why are you seeking an advanced degree in English? What have you studied? In what eras, authors, and approaches do you have particular interest? Why do you want to pursue your studies at Clemson? (this statement can be completed in the Online Application or mailed to the program director)
A writing sample: Please submit either (1) a critical essay of ten to twelve pages from an English course, or (2) two shorter essays from English courses. Writing samples should best demonstrate your critical and creative writing abilities.
GRE scores are not required.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

29276 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29276 USD / year

≈ 29276 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13562 USD / year

≈ 13562 USD / year

Living costs

Clemson

United States

1104 - 1921 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

Learning outcomes

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

Clemson

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

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