MA in English in Laramie United States | University of Wyoming

When considering English studies, if film, digital media, visual arts, and popular culture aren't the first things that come to mind, visit UW to broaden your outlook. Our community of scholars is reshaping the concept of an English master's degree through a dynamic, forward-thinking graduate program that combines classic literary analysis, rhetoric, and cultural studies with practical training in teaching and public scholarship. With a legacy of creativity dating back to 1886, UW provides a fully funded, on-campus English master's program as well as a low-residency online option.

English master's degree pathways at UW

Customize your academic journey to align with both your intellectual passions and professional aspirations while pushing your boundaries. As part of UW's English graduate program, you'll establish a strong grounding in English studies while focusing on one or more specialized tracks:

The Literature concentration examines diverse approaches to literary works and culturally important materials, including cinema, digital platforms, oral histories, and political texts.
The Rhetoric, Composition, and Writing Studies pathway investigates discourse creation, with emphasis on classical or modern rhetoric, college-level writing instruction and program leadership, persuasive communication and social movements, or other writing-focused disciplines.
The Public Humanities specialization, rare among English master's programs nationwide, equips you for work in nonprofit and community organizations that apply humanities knowledge to drive social change and advance public welfare.

The two-year Master of Arts in English offers concentrations in either literature or rhetoric and composition. Every admitted student receives comprehensive financial support covering tuition and providing a substantial living stipend.