Welcome Graduate Students!

Our M.A. and Ph.D. graduate programs in English offer a range of areas like literature, critical theory, and writing studies. Whether you’re analyzing Victorian texts, critiquing films, or developing your creative writing, you’ll gain the tools to think critically and write effectively about complex ideas. By pursuing a graduate degree in English, you’ll practice critical thinking, research strategies, and methods of communication while studying a variety of literary and written genres. These skills are essential in nearly every field.

As a member of our graduate programs, you’re part of a collaborative intellectual community. You’ll be mentored by dedicated faculty, supported by your peers, and encouraged to pursue the questions and topics that matter most to you.

General Info

Degrees We Offer

For more information about our specific programs and to apply, visit the links below:

• English M.A.
• English Ph.D.

Graduate Student Handbook

For more details about our program, including coursework, exams, awards, and career planning, please consult our handbook:

• Graduate Student Handbook

International Students

International students have additional application requirement and can find more information below:

• Information and Resources for International Applicants

Graduate English Administration

For specific questions, please contact:

• Dr. Bill Levine, Graduate English Director
• Dr. Laura White, Graduate English Advisor
• Ms. Amanda Triplett, Graduate English Secretary

FAQ

Have a question that wasn’t answered on this page? See our list of FAQs below:

• Graduate Student FAQ

If you are looking for Ph.D. preliminary examination reading lists, they have been moved to the Graduate Student Handbook.