MA English at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The MA in English is a flexible, rigorous programme covering literature, film, language, research, teaching and critical theory. It offers close mentorship, small seminar-style courses and opportunities for research, teaching, internships and assistantships.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: College of Arts and Sciences | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Seminar-style study of literature, film, language and critical theory.

Career pathways

Educator (secondary and collegiate), copywriter, technical and research writer, editorial and publishing, media writing, content strategist, communications and public relations specialist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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