MA English and American Literature at New York University

Programme overview

The NYU Department of English warmly welcomes qualified applicants who wish to pursue advanced study towards an MA in English. We are a large department that values historical coverage of the field but also embraces innovative approaches to the discipline.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Science | Duration: 32 credits | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Requirements for the program include the completion of 32 credits, 24 of which must be earned through course work taken within the English department. To qualify for the degree, a student must have a GPA of at least 3.0, must complete a minimum of 24 credits with a grade of B or better, and may offer no more than 8 credits with a grade of C. A student may take no more than 36 credits toward the degree. Sample required courses: Intro to Adv Lit Study; Guided Research I.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants to the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS) are required to submit the general application requirements, which include: Academic Transcripts Test Scores (if required) Applicant Statements Résumé or Curriculum Vitae Letters of Recommendation, and A non-refundable application fee. See English for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: 32 credits

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