LiteratureNorth America

381 Master's degrees in Literature in North America

The University of New Mexico4,1(29)

Albuquerque, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies

The M.A. Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies program at The University of New Mexico in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offer a transition into advanced literary and cultural study.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,146/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Literary Editing and Publishing

Explore the roles of editor and publisher, with an emphasis on literary nonfiction, by applying to the innovative progressive master’s degree in Literary Editing and Publishing programme from University of Southern California.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$73,260/yr

Wayne State University3,7(3)

Detroit, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Language Learning

Language Learning at Wayne State University is targeted at in-service elementary, secondary, and college-level foreign language teachers interested in ongoing professional development.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$54,120/yr

University of Lethbridge3,7(33)

Lethbridge, Canada Top 9% in Worldwide

French

The French program at University of Lethbridge offers students in a wide range of disciplines the opportunity to earn a master’s degree by writing a thesis and successfully completing a limited number of courses.

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

2 years$7,676/yr

Laval University4,2(13)

Ottawa, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

English - Speaking Literature - With Memory

The English - Speaking Literature - With Memory degree at Laval University offers literary research focused on criticism and exploration of the corpus of English-speaking literature, such as Canadian, American, British, Irish and postcolonial literature, as well as literary theory.

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

2 years$12,940/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

Eastern Michigan University4,4(7)

Online

Children's Literature

The M.A. in Children's Literature at Eastern Michigan University is designed to provide master’s level competency in all major areas of children’s literature, including folklore, mythology, literary theory, illustrated texts and multicultural children’s literature.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year$20,916/yr

Seton Hall University4,0(4)

South Orange, United States

Theology

The M.A. in Theology degree at Seton Hall University offers students the rich heritage of Catholic Church teaching, providing them with an extensive academic foundation in specific theological disciplines.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$32,600/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

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University3,4(19)

Greensboro, United States

English and African - American Literature

The Master of Arts program in English and African - American Literature from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University offers students a wide range of skills and knowledge.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,090/yr

University of Southern Indiana4,5(2)

Evansville, United States

Second Language Acquisition, Policy and Culture

Second Language Acquisition, Policy and Culture from University of Southern Indiana is designed to provide professionals in education, government, non-profit organizations and business with knowledge and expertise to thrive in a global market.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online +2

1½ year$9,940/yr

Eastern Michigan University4,4(7)

Ypsilanti, United States

Reading

The Master of Arts in Reading program at Eastern Michigan University provides candidates with a strong theoretical foundation in the field of reading and literacy, as well as skills needed to address the needs of K-12 learners, particularly those who require specialized literacy intervention.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,916/yr

University of Illinois at Chicago4,3(18)

Chicago, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Language, Literacies and Learning

The Language, Literacies and Learning programme is offered at University of Illinois at Chicago.

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,306/yr

Montana State University Billings

Online

Reading Option

This Reading Option program from Montana State University Billings provides learning and research opportunities for teachers, reading supervisors, and principals. The courses in this program are online allowing for flexible completion of the programs while continuing to work.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 Online

2 years$19,680/yr

Yale University4,3(50)

New Haven, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Assyriology

The graduate program in Assyriology from Yale University, emphasizes both Sumerian and Akkadian, as well as a full sequence of courses in Mesopotamian history and civilization, over a period of three years of coursework.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$50,900/yr

University of British Columbia4,2(210)

Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

French

The Graduate Program in French Studies at the University of British Columbia offers a dynamic curriculum that focuses on a contextualized understanding of the languages, literatures, and cultures of France, Québec and the Francophone world. Students may specialize in literature or linguistics, or propose a research program combining both fields.

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

2 years$7,266/yr

South Dakota State University3,7(7)

Online Top 8% in Worldwide

English

Words have power. Embrace them with the Master of English at South Dakota State University.

M.A. Full-time Online

2 years$10,095/yr

University at Buffalo4,4(48)

Buffalo, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

French and Spanish

The French and Spanish M.A. at the University at Buffalo is a comprehensive postgraduate programme designed for full-time study. Students explore diverse literatures, linguistics, and cultures through a flexible curriculum. This degree provides advanced linguistic training and scholarly research skills over a standard two-year duration.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,740/yr

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)4,2(9)

Baltimore Highlands, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Texts, Technologies and Literature

The Master of Arts in Texts, Technologies and Literature at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) provides an opportunity for advanced students to further their understanding of literature and a broad array of other texts, including digital, academic and those that function in everyday use, in relation to both historical and contemporary culture.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$26,838/yr

Illinois State University4,5(24)

Normal, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Spanish

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Illinois State University offers the Master of Arts (M.A.) with a concentration in Spanish.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$15,798/yr