Overview

Whether you wish to increase your earning potential as an educator or gain employment in the private sector, at UCM, you can advance your literary understanding in as few as four semesters based on your interests. Immerse yourself in your favorite page-turners — from medieval works to contemporary bestsellers — while enhancing your marketability. Discover your possibilities when you explore UCM’s Master of Arts in English program.

University of Central Missouri’s Master of Arts in English program offers convenient class options for working professionals, out-of-state residents and international students. Enjoy flexibility when you fulfill requirements for your master’s in English in person, online or a combination of both. You can also complete your degree on a full- or part-time schedule to meet your timeline.

Career

Completion of your Master of Arts in English requirements enables you to fulfill goals on your current career path or to apply for other master’s degree in English jobs.

For example, as a high school educator, your master’s in English will qualify you to teach dual-credit English courses. You’ll improve your students’ learning outcomes as a literary expert, and your achievements can increase your earning potential.

You may also choose to build on your success in graduate school and pursue a doctoral or MFA degree. UCM faculty are available for support in your application process and to provide you with recommendation letters.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Studies in English Literature

Studies in American Literature

Studies in Theory and Criticism

Studies in Writing and Rhetoric

British Women Writers

Women Writers of the United States

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Students Staying in Their Home Country deadline: 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Warrensburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A grade point average of 2.75 or above

International students must score above 575 on the paper version or 90 on the internet based version of the International Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and earn a score of 5 or better on the Test of Written English (TWE)

Two confidential letters of reference. The letters should be written by those most able to address the student’s academic work, written and verbal skills, and promise of achievement at the graduate level.

A writing sample. The writing sample is a one-page typewritten statement of purpose in which the student outlines his/her educational background, teaching and/or research experience (if any), and reasons for pursuing an M.A. in English.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Out-of-State

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12000 USD / year

≈ 12000 USD / year

Additional Details

Online: 425 usd/credit

Living costs

Warrensburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for English.

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Warrensburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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