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Bachelor of English

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Lowell, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A one-year research master's in English completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in English in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in english in research master concepts
Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Project Assistant
Program Coordinator

Curriculum

Independent research project in English guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

Secondary school records including leaving-exam results sent by the school or Ministry
SAT/ACT or the no-test option
an essay and one recommendation letter
transfer applicants need official transcripts with a WES course-by-course evaluation. English test unless waived.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school records incl. leaving exams (sent by school/Ministry), SAT/ACT or no-test option, essay, one letter of recommendation; transfer: official transcripts with WES course-by-course evaluation

Language tests

IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Secondary School Transcripts
Personal Essay
Recommendation Letter

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines. Apply with the UMass Lowell Application or the Common Application and pay the 70 USD fee. Send official secondary school records including leaving-exam results from the school or Ministry (translated
notarized)
SAT/ACT or the no-test option
an essay
one recommendation letter
English test results unless waived. Show proof of financial support to receive the I-20
then apply for the F-1 visa. The ISSO gives visa guidance.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$42,077 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Lowell campus
Faculty or school	College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	Department of English
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	First-time first-year international undergraduate applicants may qualify for merit scholarships; amounts and eligibility are determined through admission review.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
18 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.