What will I learn?

The mission of the program in English is to serve both non-specialists and students planning to do graduate work in English by promoting clear writing and critical reading of English, American, and world literature. The program prepares students for careers in teaching as well as literary and linguistic scholarship it also provides background for such professions as the ministry, journalism, editing, technical or creative writing, counseling, advertising, sales, and law.Our graduates will communicate effectively.Our graduates understand the diversity reflected in literature.Our graduates can analyze and evaluate competing arguments and interpretations.Our graduates can conduct literature searched to access and synthesize information.Our graduates have knowledge of linguistics and literature.

Which department am I in?

College of Liberal and Performing Arts

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$13,110.00 (11,06,142) per year

Student Health Fee- 3.00( Per Hour)

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus

100 E. University,

Magnolia,

Arkansas,

71753, South, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$13,110.00 (11,06,142) per year

Student Health Fee- 3.00( Per Hour)

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus

100 E. University,

Magnolia,

Arkansas,

71753, South, United States

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Entry requirements

For international students

Official transcripts listing courses, examinations, grades, and marks from your high school or college/university. Photocopies may be temporarily accepted if they are certified by an official at the American Embassy or a known world organization.Secondary School/University TranscriptsWe require a 2.0 minimum GPA for all incoming freshmen and transfer students.New international undergraduate students must take the residual ACT prior to registration for classes to assess their English skills for placement purposes. An additional placement exam may also be offered (depending on the ACT score) to ensure proper advisement into appropriate English courses.For other international students.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.