Why choose Master of Arts in English at WSU?

• The program is designed to fit your needs as a full-time employee. Classes are offered at night and in the summer to fit around your busy schedule.
  
• You will be able to select courses that match your interests: American literature, British literature, World literature, language, linguistics and English education.
  
• Work with experienced and enthusiastic faculty who are experts in their areas of specialization and whose work has been published locally, nationally and internationally.
  
  

What are the program options?

Thesis option: 29 credit hours of course work and a 6 credit-hour thesis. 

Project option: 32 credit hours of course work and a 3 credit-hour project.

Course work option: 35 credit hours. 


Where are courses offered?

The Master of Arts in English Program offers classes at both the Ogden and Davis campuses of Weber State University.

What are the employment opportunities?

English graduate degrees prepare students for work in a wide range of careers. The obvious career is teaching. For someone who is certified as a classroom teacher an MA will lead to increased salary and opportunities for promotion and special assignments, depending on the school district. For those who are not interested in elementary or secondary education there is the possibility of teaching at the college level, usually in an adjunct position. Another career area is contract and grant writing and editing. The English graduate has experience in independent thinking, creative interpretation and analysis, writing, presenting and documented research. All these skills are useful in business, securities, real estate, public relations, sales and marketing, management and administration.  And, finally, many MA students decide to earn another graduate degree such as the Ph.D, DA or Ed.D.

For more information, go to Career Services.

What will I experience in the program?

• Reading and discussing literature at a sophisticated level.
  
• Engaging in literary conversations with faculty and fellow students.
  
• Using critical theory in the analysis of literature.
  
• Conducting research on literary topics.
  
• Reading in depth in areas of personal interest.
  
• Applying critical thinking and research skills to workplace assignments and responsibilities.
  
• Expanding your horizons by working with highly-trained faculty.
  
• Working with like-minded and curious students of literature. 

Where can I find out more about the programs?

Department of English
Weber State University
1201 University Circle
Ogden,  UT 84408-1201

phone:
801-626-6251

e-mail:
masterofenglish@weber.edu

Is there an application deadline?

Fall semester -- March 15.

Spring Semester -- October 15.

For complete details on admission requirements click here.