About Master’s Program,
This document is intended for students pursuing the Master of Arts degree in Romance Languages with a concentration in French. If further information is needed or if any information contained in this document requires clarification, the student should speak with the Coordinator of Graduate Studies. The student is also responsible for being aware of the academic regulations described in the Graduate Catalog.
The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers a Master of Arts degree in Romance Languages with a concentration in Spanish or French. There are graduate assistantships available each year. Interested students should contact the Graduate Coordinator in Spanish, Dr. Ivan Ortega Santos, Jones Hall 201H, (901) 678-2507.
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
- Baccalaureate Degree:The applicant must provide an unofficial transcript showing that a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent was awarded by an accredited college or university or is expected to be awarded within one term. If accepted to the University of Memphis, the student must provide an official transcript by the end of their first semester. In addition, transcripts from any other college or university attended may be requested. Only transcripts received directly from an issuing institution are considered official. Personal copies are not acceptable as official documents. If you are a UofM undergraduate student applying to Graduate School at UofM, you do not need to request that an official transcript be sent to Graduate Admissions.
- GPA:The applicant must have earned an acceptable grade point average, typically a minimum of 2.5 on a scale of 4.0, but departments may make exceptions for students whose overall GPA does not adequately reflect their ability to succeed in their chosen field.
For students seeking admission for the Fall 2025 semester: the university council of graduate studies has initiated a minimum GPA requirement for all applicants that will take effect for those seeking admission in the fall of 2025. The new minimum GPA requirement for all masters programs is 2.75 (4.0 scale).
Master’s Funding Coverage,
- Graduate assistantships are available on a competitive basis. The current stipend is approximately $10,000 per academic year plus tuition waiver.
- Students interested in being considered for a graduate assistantship must make an official request to the graduate coordinator in French at least one semester before the beginning of the assistantship. As part of the application process, students will need to furnish two letters of recommendation, preferably from professors qualified to evaluate the candidate’s proficiency in French and his/her ability to undertake graduate work. Candidates will be interviewed by members of the French faculty to determine their command of the language. Candidates may also be interviewed by the Chairman of the Department.
- University-funded graduate assistants must register for 9 semester hours in the fall and spring terms.
- Graduate assistants must complete eighteen graduate hours before they can teach. The normal teaching load for French assistants is two courses.
- Students lacking the requisite hours for teaching will assume other responsibilities, such as assisting professors and undergraduate students. The responsibilities will be determined by the graduate coordinator.
- In order to be reappointed for a second year, a graduate teaching assistant must:
- Show good academic performance. A minimum 3.00 GPA must be maintained.
- Demonstrate a pedagogical competency meeting the requirements of the TA Supervisor.
- Give evidence of an improved proficiency in French.
Application Requirement,
TRANSCRIPTS
TEST SCORES
Credential Evaluations (International Students
Proof of English Language Proficiency
Letters of Recommendation
Additional Materials: Some departments require additional documents such as a resume, CV, personal statement, or cover letter. Please check with your program for additional document requirements.
Application Deadline,
Jul 01, 2025
Application Fee,
Application fees for initial admission are $35 application fee for domestic students and $60 for international students