Master of Arts in English Literature

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We offer advanced students the opportunity to devote two years studying all that is best of classical and modern Anglophone literature within the frameworks of traditional and contemporary forms of criticism.

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Students on the Literature Track have gone on to Doctoral programs at prestigious institutions of learning such as Cambridge University, the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, and the University of York (UK) [anymore?]

Courses:

Our courses expose students to a broad range of literature and approaches and enable them to cultivate an area of expertise.

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Faculty:

Our award-winning faculty of scholar-teachers has been recognized locally, nationally, and internationally for dedication and innovation. Many of us have been awarded prizes for our teaching. Others have been awarded prestigious grants and fellowships. All of us publish regularly—and we love what we do.

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Events:

Each year we host a series of events celebrating Anglophone literature. Most recently, the Literature Track oragnized the Kansas Women Have Done It! Agitating for the Vote to celebrate the centenial of the 19th Ammendment.

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How Do I Apply?

Prospective students may apply on-line or download the application forms from the Graduate School. If you would prefer a paper application, you may request all the necessary application materials and program information from:

Director of Graduate Studies
Department of English
108 E/CS Bldg.
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-6501
Office Telephone: (785) 532-6716
FAX: (785) 532-2192
Email: gradeng@ksu.edu

Website: http://www.k-state.edu/english/programs/graduatestudies/
Online Application: http://www.k-state.edu/grad/gsprospective/apply/

For more information
Professor Wendy Matlock, Director
Graduate Program in Literature
Department of English
108 English/Counseling Services Building
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS 66506-6501
FAX: (785) 532-2192
Email: wmatlock@ksu.edu