Apply: MA/MAT English Dual Degree

Required Materials

• $50 non-refundable application fee 

• Official transcript from all institutions, documenting an undergraduate cumulative G.P.A. of at least 2.75 overall and 3.0 in the major field of study.

  • A course in adolescent psychology (undergraduate or graduate) 

  • If you attended an institution outside of the United States, a transcript evaluation from one of our approved agencies is required. 

  • If your undergraduate final grade point average falls below the minimum stated, please contact Graduate Admissions.

• Two references; from persons able to speak to your academic qualifications and performance.

• Statement of purpose (500- to 1,000 words, double-spaced) addressing the following: 

  • Your interest in teaching English at the secondary level (grades 5-12) 

  • Your interest in studying English at the graduate level (ie, how you see yourself as a scholar of English) 

• Writing sample between 6-12 pages 

  • Literary studies applicants should submit an analytical writing sample 

  • Writing applicants should submit a creative writing sample 

• English Proficiency, if applicable for international applicants 

If you already hold an initial license, please apply directly to the MA English. A MAT is not required if the initial license has been obtained. 

If you already hold a BA in English and are only seeking licensure to teach English in grades 5-12, please apply to the MAT in English.   

Deadlines

• Applications accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed once complete. View final deadlines on our “Graduate Application and Deadlines” page. 

The master of arts/master of arts in teaching English program does support international students in F or J status (as of the 2025-2026 academic year). Please contact the Center for International Education with any questions.