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The University of Akron
Department of English
Akron, OH
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Overview
The University of Akron / Department of English is located in Akron, OH, in an urban setting.
Degrees & Awards
Degrees Offered
| Degree | Concentration | Sub-concentration |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | Composition | |
| Master of Arts (MA) | Literature | |
| Master of Fine Arts (MFA) | Creative writing |
Degrees Awarded
| Degree | Number Awarded |
|---|---|
| Master's Degrees | 23 |
| Other Advanced Degrees | 8 |
Earning Your Degree
| Part-time study available? |
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| Evening/weekend programs available? | No |
| Distance learning programs available? | No |
Degree Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Master's Degrees |
Thesis Optional |
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
18
Applied
18
Accepted
13
Enrolled
Applying
45
Application Fee - Domestic
70
Application Fee - International
Yes
Electronic applications accepted?
Yes
Applications processed on a rolling basis?
Entrance Requirements
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree Requirements | BA in English, minimum GPA of 2.75, statement of purpose |
| Exam | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL: Required | TOEFL IBT score: 92 |
Tuition & Fees
Financial Support
| Types of financial support available |
Research Assistantships Teaching Assistantships |
|---|
Student Body
48
Total Graduate Students
12%
International Breakout (representing other countries)
Race/Ethnicity
| Hispanic/Latino | 2.08% |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 2.08% |
| White or Caucasian | 79% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0% |
| Asian | 2.08% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 0% |
| Two or more races | 0% |
| Unknown | 2.08% |
Gender
Male (27%)
Female (72%)
Faculty
21
Total faculty
Full-time - 18
Part-time - 3
Male (12)
Female (9)
Research
| Focus of faculty research: | British and American literary studies, literary theory, creative writing, applied linguistics |
|---|---|
| Externally sponsored research expenditures last year: | 29,101 |
Location & Contact
Address
302 Buchtel Common
Akron, OH 44325
United States
Akron, OH 44325
United States
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