Las Cruces,
NM,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in English - Creative Writing in Las Cruces United States | New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University
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Las Cruces United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,023
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The English Department offers focused undergraduate programs in Creative Writing, Literature, and Rhetoric. Our graduate offerings include an MA in English with various specialization options, a PhD in Rhetoric and Professional Communication, and a newly launched online MA in Technical and Professional Communication. Our distinguished faculty create a welcoming and intellectually vibrant atmosphere, featuring small class sizes that promote engaged learning for all students. Beyond serving approximately 100 English majors and over 50 graduate students, we support the entire university community through our General Education Writing Program. The department houses both the University Writing Center, offering personalized writing assistance in-person and online, and the Creative Research Center. Through La Sociedad para las Artes, we host a renowned literary reading series that showcases accomplished writers from our region and beyond alongside our MFA candidates. Additionally, we produce Puerto del Sol, a nationally recognized literary journal that highlights groundbreaking works across genres from both emerging and established creators.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Potential MAP students must meet the minimum qualifications for the program as outlined in the Graduate School policy concerning MAP programs.
In addition to these qualifications, students must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible for application to the MAP program.
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Must apply to the program with sufficient time to take the 12 credit hours that will be applied toward the overall program of study. Students will not be able to retroactively apply credits to MAP program.
Must participate in the Developing New Scholars Program (DSNP), offered by the Graduate School and Honor's College.
Consult with the Director of Undergraduate Studies on courses eligible and complete the Graduate School MAP form.
Meet with their financial aid advisor, if they receive financial aid, as financial aid awards may have to be adjusted based on course registration.
Completed 60 credits, including at least one (1) 400-level literature class and one (1) of the following courses ENGL 301 Theory and Criticism: Rhetoric and Culture, ENGL 302 Theory and Criticism: Literature and Culture, ENGL 303 Theory and Criticism: Film, Media and Culture, or ENGL 310 Critical Writing.
IELTS - overall 6.0
TOEFL IBT - 68
TOEFL PBT - 549
In addition to these qualifications, students must meet the following requirements in order to be eligible for application to the MAP program.
Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Must apply to the program with sufficient time to take the 12 credit hours that will be applied toward the overall program of study. Students will not be able to retroactively apply credits to MAP program.
Must participate in the Developing New Scholars Program (DSNP), offered by the Graduate School and Honor's College.
Consult with the Director of Undergraduate Studies on courses eligible and complete the Graduate School MAP form.
Meet with their financial aid advisor, if they receive financial aid, as financial aid awards may have to be adjusted based on course registration.
Completed 60 credits, including at least one (1) 400-level literature class and one (1) of the following courses ENGL 301 Theory and Criticism: Rhetoric and Culture, ENGL 302 Theory and Criticism: Literature and Culture, ENGL 303 Theory and Criticism: Film, Media and Culture, or ENGL 310 Critical Writing.
IELTS - overall 6.0
TOEFL IBT - 68
TOEFL PBT - 549
Tuition
USD
18,023