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English Master's Degree

A Master of Arts (MA) in English Program in Texas

Advance Your Expertise in English Studies

The Master of Arts in English at UT Permian Basin helps students who want to teach, write, research, or study literature. Whether you want to teach at college, earn a Ph.D., or enhance your high school teaching skills, our program provides the tools and support for your success. You will study literature, composition, and theory. This lets you dive into texts and share your own research in a friendly academic setting.

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Program Requirements
Learn about the Graduate Studies programs and requirements.

Grad Studies Admission and Deadlines
Find application requirements, deadlines, and everything you need to start your graduate journey at UTPB.
Master of Arts English Degree Requirements
Explore the full list of courses, credit hours, and research components needed to complete the MA English at UTPB.

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Graduate Admission for MA in English

Criteria Regular Admission Conditional Admission
Bachelor’s Degree Required Required
GPA 3.00 or higher (last 60 credit hours) 2.50 – 2.99 (last 60 credit hours)
Writing Sample Required: 2–3 page statement of purpose explaining goals, motivation, and strengths for grad study Required: same as Regular Admission
Resume Not required Required: must list relevant experiences
Other Requirements None Case-by-case evaluation; leveling courses may be required

Applicants who do not meet regular admission requirements may still be considered under conditional admission status. Final decisions are made by the MA in English program faculty.