Expand your voice, sharpen your mind, and launch a global career with a fully online master’s in English built for the modern world.
Fortify and formalize your engagement with English studies to better know our world while gaining the skills to thrive professionally in education, publishing, writing, and more. NSULA’s 100% online M.A. in English enhances critical thinking, writing, reading, and research—on your schedule.
Why Choose the Master of Arts in English at NSU
Write. Think. Lead.
Whether you want to teach, write, research, or lead in communication fields, NSU’s fully online English M.A. sharpens your skills and opens new doors—anywhere in the world.
AT A GLANCE COURSES
Build your academic edge through diverse courses that refine your creative voice, analytical precision, and professional research in real-world contexts.
Explore literary forms through the practice of writing fiction, poetry, or creative nonfiction. Deepen craft with theory and critique. Repeatable for credit.
Research and write a graduate thesis—critical, creative, or applied. Work one-on-one with faculty to complete your MA capstone project.
I was drawn to NSULA’s program because it offered a wide range of composition courses, and I wanted a holistic experience. I absolutely received that, but what truly sold the experience for me were my instructors. Each of my instructors was engaging, supportive, and an expert in their discipline who created some of the most rewarding online courses I have ever taken.
The MA English program at NSULA transformed my pedagogical thinking, focus, and teaching approaches in my high school classroom. I gained immensely valuable knowledge and perspectives, and I sharpened my writing and literature analysis skills. While my own state of Virginia boasted many MA English programs, I know I made the right choice.
Application & Admissions Information
Successful applicants to the MA program in English generally have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants submit official transcripts, a letter of intent, a writing sample of 10-15 pages, and two letters of recommendation.
Program Highlights
NSU’s Master of Arts in English program offers unique opportunities and resources to help you succeed. From hands-on learning to personalized guidance, these highlights set our program apart.
Applied Learning
Engage in real-world writing, research, and teaching projects that reflect today’s communication landscape.
Expert Faculty
Learn from award-winning professors and published authors who are passionate about mentoring and your success.
Career Preparation
Gain marketable, real-world skills in writing, analysis, teaching, and cultural literacy—on your own schedule.
