MA/MAT English Dual Degree Graduate Application Process
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.
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