Language StudiesNorth America

921 Master's degrees in Language Studies in North America

University of Ottawa4,1(87)

Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

English Literature

English Literature from University of Ottawa equip students to pursue advanced studies in British, Canadian, or American literature informed by a broad knowledge of literary history and by recent developments in literary criticism and cultural theory.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$14,291/yr

California State University Long Beach4,3(23)

Long Beach, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Linguistics - Language and Culture

The Linguistics - Language and Culture option at California State University Long Beach allows students to take courses both in Linguistics and Anthropology that deal with theory, research, and applications in the area of language study from a cultural/anthropological point of view.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,922/yr

University of Toronto4,1(296)

Toronto, Canada Top 0.1% in Worldwide

English

One of the strongest and most diversified graduate English programs in North America, the University of Toronto’s Graduate English Department presents a wide array of approaches to the study of literature.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$23,427/yr

Texas A&M International University4,2(14)

Laredo, United States

English

The Master of Arts in English from Texas A&M International University prepares you to enter a PhD program or for a variety of careers.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$10,469/yr

University at Buffalo4,4(48)

Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Latin Education

The Latin Education programme at the University at Buffalo is a Certificate of Advanced Study designed for aspiring teachers. This full-time, on-campus course spans three semesters and prepares students for New York State initial certification. It combines rigorous linguistic study with practical classroom training for grades 7-12.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,740/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Online

Curriculum and Instruction - English Education (Non-Licensure) (Online)

Are you interested in mastering your use of the English language? Do you want to learn to teach students about literature, writing, and more? With Liberty University’s Curriculum and Instruction - English Education (Non-Licensure) (Online) degree, you can!

M.Ed. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$11,610/yr

University of Massachusetts Amherst4,5(11)

Amherst Center, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Japanese

The Japanese program of the University of Massachusetts Amherst is part of the College of Humanities & Fine Arts and leads to the Master of Arts degree.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$37,269/yr

Texas Tech University4,0(9)

Online Top 3% in Worldwide

English

English at Texas Tech University is the same as the onsite program with a different mode of delivery (electronic vs. face-to-face).

M.A. Part-time Online

$17,918/yr

Texas Woman's University3,5(2)

Denton, United States

Multilingual and Multicultural Studies

In less than two years with a flexible class format, earn your Master of Arts in Multilingual and Multicultural Studies at Texas Woman's University. Be part of a strong learning community that focuses on multilingual and multicultural populations.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +3

2 years$12,744/yr

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee3,8(14)

Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Translation and Interpreting Studies

The MA in Translation and Interpreting Studies from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers online professional training to students in French, German, Spanish, and Russian, and often other languages, who wish to pursue careers in the language-services industry broadly speaking, or in other fields requiring advanced professional use of a language other than English.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$12,000/yr

Indiana University East

Online Top 7% in Worldwide

English

The Online Master of Arts in English program at Indiana University East provides broad training in the primary areas of English studies.

M.A. Part-time Online

$18,180/full

State University of New York Potsdam4,2(13)

Potsdam, United States

Adolescence Education - English

The Adolescence Education - English program from State University of New York Potsdam is designed to meet the teacher education regulations of the New York State Education Department, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards, the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), as well as Advisory Board recommendations and alumni feedback.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$23,100/yr

Eastern Illinois University3,4(10)

Charleston, United States

English

The English program at Eastern Illinois University offers the opportunity to work closely with a range of scholars in the fields of your choice. Small classes with vibrant, engaged faculty will challenge you to pursue your interests and prepare for a career or further study.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$30,560/yr

University of Cincinnati4,3(19)

Cincinnati, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

English

The University of Cincinnati, home of The Cincinnati Review, offers a Master of Arts degree in English with tracks in literary and cultural studies, creative writing, and professional writing and editing.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2½ years$26,644/yr

University of Kansas4,6(8)

Lawrence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

French

The French programme at the University of Kansas is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree focusing on Francophone language, literature, and culture. This full-time, campus-based course typically spans two years, offering students advanced professional preparation through dedicated research, teaching mentorship, and extensive library resources.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,712/yr

Western University - Canada4,0(56)

London, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

English

English from Western University - Canada ranks as one of the strongest and most diversified graduate programs in Canada. Its central attraction is the Department's distinguished faculty and its considerable accomplishments in all areas of criticism and scholarship.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$12,027/yr

University at Buffalo4,4(48)

Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

French Language and Literature

The French Language and Literature at University at Buffalo is a full-time, two-year M.A. degree delivered in person. This 36-credit programme focuses on advanced linguistic mastery and cultural analysis. Students engage in rigorous academic training within the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures in Buffalo.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,740/yr

Western Illinois University4,2(34)

Macomb, United States +1

English

The M.A. in English at Western Illinois University allows students to develop individualized plans of study which suit their professional goals.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,640/yr

University of Central Florida3,8(50)

Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

English - Technical Communication

The English - Technical Communication program of University of Central Florida may be completed fully online, although not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$22,988/yr

University of Maryland4,1(14)

College Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English Language and Literature

The MA program in English Language and Literature from University of Maryland provides broad training in literature, language, and theory for a mix of students, ranging from teachers and other professionals in the greater Washington DC/Baltimore metropolitan area, who are well served by the terminal MA, to aspiring scholars who regard the MA as a step toward the PhD.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$28,170/yr