MA in English Application Process

Applying to Master of Arts in English:

For full consideration, applicants should apply by February 1 for Fall semester admission (and teaching assistantship consideration) and by September 1 for Winter semester admission.

1. Application for Graduate Admission (submit online)

Upload the following documents to your online application (with your name on each):

• MA/MFA English Graduate Program Application Form (download, fill out, save, and attach to application)
• Statement of purpose that addresses your interest in the program, academic experience and goals, and (if applying for a teaching assistantship) preparedness for teaching
• Résumé or curriculum vitae
• Critical essay (10-20 pages) that focuses on a literary or related topic. (If necessary, two essays may be submitted to meet length requirement.) 

2. Three letters of recommendation 

• Should address your academic ability and (if applying for a teaching assistantship) your potential as a teacher.
• May be emailed or mailed directly from recommender (english@nmu.edu, or English Department, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855).
• If mailed by student, letter should be in a sealed envelope with recommender's signature over flap.

3. Non-refundable $50 application fee (may be paid online, by mail, or by telephone)

4. Official transcripts from all schools attended (other than Northern Michigan University) 

• Submit to Office of Graduate Education and Research (graduate@nmu.edu or Graduate Education and Research, Northern Michigan University, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855)
• See Graduate Education and Research website for more information

5. For international students:

• Independent evaluation of transcripts will be required
• Declaration and certification of finances 
• TOEFL score

If you have any questions, please contact: