Prospective Graduate Students
Prospective Graduate Students
Why should I choose the ±«Óãtv?
- ±«Óãtv English offers three degrees (MA, MFA, PhD) and multiple graduate certificates.
- ±«Óãtv English students participate in a broad range of teaching, administrative, and research opportunities.
- ±«Óãtv English faculty are award-winning scholars who work one-on-one with students.
- ±«Óãtv English offers internships preparing students for a variety of careers, both within and outside of academia.
- ±«Óãtv English is located in the vibrant and diverse tri-city area of Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Florida.
What does a ±«Óãtv English graduate degree cost?
- ±«Óãtv English offers comprehensive funding for MAs, MFAs, and PhDs.
- ±«Óãtv English graduate assistants take three classes per semester covered by tuition remission.
- ±«Óãtv English graduate assistants teach two classes (or the equivalent) per semester paid by the stipend.
What do ±«Óãtv English graduate students do with their degrees?
- ±«Óãtv English PhD graduates become faculty members at universities and colleges across the country.
- ±«Óãtv English MA graduates are accepted to top-ranked PhD programs.
- ±«Óãtv English MFA graduates pursue careers in non-academic fields and college/university teaching (usually with significant publications).
- All ±«Óãtv English graduates are mentored for a wide range of academic and non-academic positions.
How can I submit an effective application?
- Applications are due January 1st
- Statement of purpose
- Writing sample
- Letters of recommendation
- Applicants to the MA and PhD in Literature only: Please complete this MA and PhD in Literature Supplemental Questionnaire form and upload it to the application portal under "Other Documents" when prompted.
When are applications due?
To be considered, applications are due January 1st. ±«Óãtv English admits one graduate cohort each year in the fall. Admissions committees meet in January to review applications and usually make Graduate Assistantship (GA) offers by February.
±«Óãtv English allows non-degree seeking students to take graduate classes (dependent on course availability and faculty approval); please contact the graduate director for more information.