MA in English in Athens United States | University of Georgia

Our Master's program supports diverse academic and professional aspirations, whether pursuing doctoral studies elsewhere or entering fields like education, publishing, or law that prize advanced analytical and research skills.

For details about curriculum, faculty, admissions criteria, language prerequisites for MA, MAT, and PhD programs—along with our annual reports, program handbook, and specializations in digital humanities, rhetoric/composition, and other areas—explore our website. The department also collaborates with Linguistics for joint graduate degrees; find those program details listed separately under Linguistics.

Guiding philosophies shape our graduate program. We emphasize the essential connection between teaching and research, training students to excel as both educators and scholars. Most doctoral candidates gain teaching experience as assistants or writing center tutors. Active engagement is encouraged: students help design introductory courses and contribute meaningfully to departmental initiatives.