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Master of English Literatures

San Francisco, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master of Arts in English Literatures at San Francisco State University is a competitive graduate literature degree with a thesis or comprehensive exam.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Explain key concepts in English Literatures. Apply knowledge in areas including thirty units: core seminar ENG 741 (3)
literary history (3)
literary methods (3)
at least one pre-1800 course is required.. Communicate findings and evaluate relevant practical or academic problems.

Career outcomes

Teaching at high schools and community colleges
publishing
writing for journals and online outlets
PhD study
law school
nonprofits
foundations
government

Curriculum

Thirty units: core seminar ENG 741 (3)
literary history (3)
literary methods (3)
four graduate literature courses (12)
two electives (6) and a 3-unit thesis or comprehensive exam
at least one pre-1800 course is required.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA in the degree or last 60 semester units
English proficiency and programme-specific materials; programmes may set higher requirements.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent; good standing; programme-specific materials (statement, recommendations, writing sample, test scores)

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 59
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results
Personal Statement
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,838 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Liberal & Creative Arts
Department	English
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
August 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.