About the course

The Master of Arts in English program is for students interested in literature, linguistics, writing and teaching English as a second language. The program features six areas of focus designed to prepare students with advanced skills in language, linguistics, communication and writing in addition to a more comprehensive understanding of literature. Track I requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate credit in the Department of English and is designed to prepare students for graduate work at the doctoral level. Students in this track must pass a proficiency examination in one foreign language. Foreign language proficiency may be demonstrated in French, German, Greek (classical or koine), Italian, Latin (classical or medieval), Russian, or Spanish, or in another language approved by the director of graduate studies on the basis of demonstrated need. The student’s graduate adviser may permit limited study in fields ly related to English (subject to the approval of the director of graduate studies). Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$27,270

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	DeKalb
Fall (August), 2024	DeKalb
Spring (January), 2025	DeKalb
Fall (August), 2025	DeKalb

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northern Illinois University

An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt, 213 on the scale of 0-300, or at least 550 on the older scale of 310-677 where applicable (in certain countries). The score must be for an examination administered no more than 24 months prior to the beginning of the academic term for which admission is sought. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Northern Illinois University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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