About Master’s Program,
The Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in English is designed for students who have shown an aptitude for sustained literary study, and who desire to pursue a more intensive and extensive academic training. The two-year M.A. program extends knowledge of the cultural, linguistic, and literary heritage of Great Britain, America, and other English-speaking lands, and develops the research, writing, and analytical skills necessary for professional success.
Every student admitted to the M.A. program is guaranteed funding for two academic years, the customary time to degree, as a Graduate Teaching Assistant (G.T.A.). This position includes an annual salary of $16,000, a waiver of university tuition, and student health insurance. Students may also seek research assistantships through the Eberly Writing Studio or the Appalachian Prison Book Project; these may carry course reassignments, additional stipends, or both. Summer teaching is available but not required.
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Graduate degree-seeking applicants must meet the University standard of possessing a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission .
Some graduate programs have minimum GPA requirements that are higher than the University minimum. Please consult with a program representative from your graduate program of interest to determine the GPA requirement for that graduate program.
Master’s Funding Coverage,
Below is a reflection of increases in scholarships disbursed over the last few years from institutional, state and private resources for the Morgantown campus. Please note that values are not available yet for 2024-2025, because we are only partially through the year, and there are more disbursements that will still occur.
Scholarships are a type of gift aid. They are offered based on a variety of criteria such as academic merit, financial need, leadership, and service. Gift aid usually does not need repaid.
Application Requirement,
- A GPA higher than the university standard
- Standardized test scores
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
Application Deadline,
Jan 05, 2026
Application Fee,
Pay the $60 application fee*
