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- Delivery: On Campus
- Credits: 30-33
The master of arts in English is designed for students eager to explore English studies at the graduate level. The degree is designed to serve students wishing to build writing, research, and rhetorical skills; to prepare for MFA or doctoral work; to satisfy requirements for a teaching license; or to take a terminal master’s degree. Our MA in English enables students to connect research and teaching in meaningful ways and to balance breadth of knowledge with specialization.
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The master of arts in English studies is designed for students eager to explore English studies at the graduate level. The degree is designed to serve students wishing to prepare for doctoral work, satisfy requirements for a teaching license, or take a terminal master’s degree.
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Whether your long-term plans involve the pursuit of an MFA, a PhD, or a career in professional writing or editing, Ball State’s master of arts in creative writing is designed to prepare you for the next step in your writing life.
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Pick an MA in literature for a focused degree program that includes training in research methods and literary theory, culminates in a research project or thesis, and prepares you for doctoral work in the field.
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The MA in rhetoric and composition offers a broad understanding of rhetorical and writing studies, preparing you to pursue a PhD or move directly into a professional career field.
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Applications for the fall semester will be accepted until July 10; applications for the spring semester will be accepted until November 1. To ensure full consideration for academic-year graduate assistantships, applications must be complete by January 31.