We are currently accepting Fall 2026 applications for our Ph.D. program only. The BA-MA, MA, and PhD degree programs in English and American Literature enable students to deepen their knowledge of ...

Pursuing a graduate degree in English allows students to explore the intricacies of language, literature, theory and culture at the highest level. Aspiring authors can hone their craft in our MFA ...

The Department of English has a national reputation for graduating top-rated teachers, scholars, and creative writers who go on to successful careers in academia and beyond. Our graduate program is ...

Sierra, a 2006 graduate of WIU's Elementary Education program and a 2022 graduate of WIU's English program has since followed her passion for education and serving the community. After completing her ...

A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required; please submit within the online application system. This program does not require a graduate test. Note: International applicants may have to provide ...

Gain a deeper understanding of how literature, theory, language and culture have relevance in the modern world at our Carnegie R-1 institution. Faculty members take their roles as mentors very ...

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Our TESOL program faculty all have both international and domestic experience teaching English as a Second and Foreign language. They are highly qualified experts in the field and all are proficient ...

Graduate students within the Department of English work closely on research and writing projects with the members of our graduate faculty, who specialize in all areas of literary, theoretical, ...

Please do not send application materials to the Department of English. All application materials should be uploaded directly to Graduate Admissions via the online application system. Please visit the ...