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Bachelor of English
- Richland, 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: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: 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
- International first-year applicants need at least 12 years of school ending in a secondary certificate or external examination (humanities
- Mathematics
- Basic sciences
- Social sciences) with a minimum 2.70 GPA on a 4.00 scale
- Transfer applicants need 2.50 and 27 semester credits. Proof of English: IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4 (new scale)
- Duolingo 105 or PTE 58
- Unless waived.
Minimum GPA
2.7
Accepted academic background
At least 12 years of school ending in a secondary certificate or external examination, With preparation in humanities, Mathematics, Basic sciences and social sciences, Transfer applicants need 27 semester credits at an accredited post-secondary school
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4 (new 6-point scale)
- Duolingo 105
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Oxford Test of English 140
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of English proficiency or approved waiver
- Passport identification page or national identity card
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and priority deadlines: 15 April for fall
- 1 November for spring
- 1 February for summer; admission is rolling. Apply at the FutureCoug Portal and pay the 70 USD non-refundable application fee. Upload official transcripts
- proof of English proficiency (test score or waiver) and a passport copy. Receive the admission decision. Submit the Offer Response form with proof of finance
- then pay the 500 USD Enrollment and Orientation Fee. WSU issues the I-20; pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and attend the F-1 visa interview.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $32,034, $30,366, $30,711 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Tri-Cities |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | Department of English |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | International Academic Award: 4000 USD per academic year for eligible incoming students with GPA 3.60 or above, or 2000 USD with GPA 3.00–3.59. Admission-based eligibility and renewal conditions apply. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $32,034, $30,366, $30,711 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,538 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.7. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4 (new 6-point scale), Duolingo 105, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge C1 Advanced, Oxford Test of English 140.