Program Overview
The English at University of Northern Iowa is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 18,005 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 7,817 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Iowa Park, 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
- Methods of Graduate Study in English
- Electives: Research, Creative Writing Workshop, Seminar in the Teaching of English, Topics in Literary Criticism.
Emphases and final project options are:
- Literature: thesis and non-thesis
- English Studies: thesis and non-thesis
- Creative Writing: thesis only
A minimum of 15 hours of 6000-level course work is required for each option. Successful completion of a final field examination is required for all English students. Those pursuing the non-thesis option are required to complete an approved research paper.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Make sure you\'ve submitted all necessary documents for the application process. Follow these tips to make the admission application process go smoothly.
- Complete all the information requested on the application so there will be no misunderstanding. See that all questions are answered to avoid unnecessary correspondence and delay in considering your request for admission.
- Your legal name should always be used. If your high school or college records may appear under another name, give this name also.
- Submit the required application for admission and supporting documents at least ten days prior to the beginning of orientation for the session for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to arrange to have the necessary credentials submitted.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,005 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 7,817 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,005 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 7,817 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Northern Iowa 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 Northern Iowa
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, United States
University of Northern Iowa is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months