Program Overview
The English at University of New Orleans is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the English programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New Orleans, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
- African and Caribbean Literature
- The Contemporary Novel
- Feature Writing
- New Orleans Literature
- The Nineteenth-Century English Novel
- Professional Writing
- Sports and Entertainment Reporting
“My employer instantly recognized my degree in English from UNO and made the final decision to hire me based on it.”
— Kelly Vest, B.A. in English ’03
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or a 4-year degree equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning abroad.
- Applicants enrolled in the final year of a bachelor\'s degree or international equivalent will be considered for conditional admission.
- 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4-point scale for all graduate coursework
- GRE and GMAT are not required for applicants to the M.F.A. program in Fine Arts, the M.M. program in Music, the M.A. program in History and the M.S. program in Chemistry. GRE or GMAT may be waived for students entering Master\xc2\x92s programs and who already possess a graduate degree
- Statement of Purpose
- Writing Sample
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of New Orleans directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of New Orleans
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Nov, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 semesters
- Credits 18
