English and Humanities (M.A.)
Marymount's Master of Arts in English and humanities is a flexible, student-centered, interdisciplinary program of study that immerses students in the unique cultural resources and opportunities of the Washington, DC, area while deepening their understanding of the human condition. Graduate study in the humanities enhances historical consciousness, fosters clear and critical thinking, and hones writing and presentation skills. The program’s small seminar classes engage students with the world of ideas through close textual study, individual research, and classroom discussion.
The M.A. in English and humanities program prepares students for an array of academic and alternative academic futures. The program prepares students for further advanced study and entry into competitive doctoral programs; for career development or advancement in secondary and community college teaching; or for master's-level careers invested in research, writing, editing, and the nonprofit sector.
This program requires the completion of 33 credit hours of coursework. Students can elect to cap their coursework with either a thesis or an internship practicum. Students planning to pursue advanced work in a doctoral program are encouraged to complete a thesis, which requires an oral defense, while those seeking professional enhancement and/or a career change are encouraged to complete an internship practicum, which also requires public presentation.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to
Application Priority Deadlines: Admission to the program is competitive. Applications must be complete by the following priority deadlines to assure an admissions decision by the start of the semester.
July 16
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fall semester
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| November 16 |
spring semester
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| April 16 |
summer semester |
Applications received after these deadlines will be considered on a time and space-available basis.
Admission Requirements: In addition to meeting the universitywide requirements for graduate admission applicants must submit
Consortium Courses: A maximum of six (6) semester credits, selected in conjunction with the director of the graduate program in English and humanities, may be taken through the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. Students should not enroll in a consortium course during the semester of their anticipated graduation. Taking a course outside of Marymount during the student’s final semester may delay his or her graduation.
Nondegree Admission: Applicants wishing to enroll for limited coursework may do so as nondegree students for a maximum of nine (9) credits and two consecutive semesters. See nondegree studies for more information.
Transfer Credits: A maximum of six (6) semester credits of transfer or consortium graduate credit may be applied toward the degree, if approved by the dean of the School of Design, Arts, and Humanities and the registrar.
Degree Requirements — English and Humanities
33 credits
Required Courses
Foundation Courses
Six (6) credits as follows:
| EN 501 | Building Textual Interpretation | 3 |
| EN 502 | Engaging Critical Theory | 3 |
Program Courses
English 500-level literature, linguistics, or composition courses (12-18 credits).
Humanities courses (6-12 credits) selected from 500-level courses in fine arts, history, humanities, religious studies, theology, or philosophy.
Approved graduate courses in other fields including education, interior design, marketing, and information technology may be substituted for humanities courses upon approval from the dean of the School of Design, Arts, and Humanities and the director of the graduate program in English and humanities.
Capstone Courses
Three (3) credits, chosen from the following: