Applying to Master of Arts in English with assistantship funding (February 1st deadline):
- Application for Graduate Admission (Submit online.)
Upload the following documents into this application (each document should have your name on it):- MA/MFA English Graduate Program Application Form (writeable PDF - download and save to your computer and then fill it out, save, and attach to application)
- Statement of professional purpose addressing your interest in the program, your ability to succeed in graduate school, and your teaching experience
- Résumé or curriculum vitae
- A 10-20 page critical essay (can be made up of 2 essays)
- A minimum of three letters of recommendation addressing your ability and potential as a teacher (emailed to english@nmu.edu or snail mailed to English Department, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855, directly from recommender. If snail mailed by student, letter should be in a sealed envelope with recommender's signature over flap.)
- Non-refundable $50 application fee (May be paid via online, mail, or telephone)
- Official transcripts from all schools attended, other than Northern Michigan University
****(Independent evaluation of transcripts required for international students.) - Declaration and certification of finances (international students)
- TOEFL score (international students)
Send application materials to: Office of Graduate Education & Research, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855.
If you have any further questions, please contact:
Department of English (906) 227-2711
MA Program Director: Russ Prather, rprather@nmu.edu
Office of Graduate Education & Research (906) 227-2300
www.nmu.edu/graduate