At least a 2.5 overall GPA with a 3.0 GPA in upper-division (undergraduate) English coursework.
At least 18 undergraduate credit hours of literature, language, or writing classes.
GRE scores of 150 verbal and 4.0 analytical writing (GRE waived for applicants with a 2.5 GPA or higher).
Demonstrated English language proficiency. Before being accepted for admission to the university international students must demonstrate their English language proficiency. For standard admission students may demonstrate proficiency by one of the following means:
TOEFL score of 530 (paper based), 195 (computer based), or 71 (internet based) with no band score below a 16.
IELTS scores of 6.0 overall with 5.0 or above in EVERY subject/skill category.
Duolingo English Test with a score of 95 or higher.
Japanese students may submit the EIKEN test with a passing score of Pre-1.
ACT English 18 and ACT Reading 20
SAT Evidence Based Reading/Writing 510
Successful completion of the ELS Level 112 Intensive English program in the United States. (See below for details.)
Who Would be Interested in This Program?
College graduates who want to work in higher education as teachers, consultants, and administrators helping students develop literacy and writing skills.
Current teachers of English who want to develop their knowledge of language, literature, and writing practices.
Employees of various for- and non-profit fields who need to develop skill sets related to critical analysis and written communication.
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Program requirements include:
Specialization in one of three concentrations: rhetoric/composition; literature; or generalist
9 hours of coursework in core English studies courses
15 hours of coursework in chosen concentration
6 hours of elective coursework in English
Completion of a thesis and breadth-of-knowledge examination or completions of a two-part breadth- and depth-of-knowledge examination
