Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
English Literature | Literature
Area of study
Humanities
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Ph.D. program in English at MTSU prepares graduates for a wide range of careers, including academia, writing, editing, and management. The program boasts a successful placement record, with alumni employed at universities, colleges, and other organizations across the country and internationally. Graduates have the opportunity to develop their research, teaching, and writing skills through coursework, research projects, and teaching experience.
Program Outline
Careers:
- The Ph.D. program in English enjoys a highly successful placement record for its graduates.
- Some potential professional careers include:
- Academic/university official
- Academic or career advisor
- Advertising/public relations executive
- Archivist
- College professor
- Content manager
- Creative writer
- Director/support staff for non-profit organizations
- Editor
- Instructional designer
- Lawyer (after law school)
- Librarian
- Manager
- Playwright
- Professional/technical writer
- Public servant
- Publisher
- Reporter
- Researcher
- Reviewer
- School administrator
- Software developer
- Teacher
- Writing coach
- Present and past employers of MTSU English Ph.D. alumni include:
- University of Alabama, Huntsville
- Alabama State University
- Appalachian State University
- Aquinas College
- University of Arizona
- Belmont University
- C. S. Lewis Foundation (Oxford, England)
- University of Cincinnati
- Columbia State Community College
- Covenant College
- Cumberland University
- University of the Cumberlands
- Daytona State College
- Fisk University
- GardaWorld/Feisty Records
- Georgia Institute of Technology
- Goodworks Global Ministries
- IQTalent Partners, Inc.
- Ingram Books
- Ingram Content Group
- Judson College
- Kansas State University
- Kennesaw State University
- King Saud University
- Langston University
- Lipscomb University
- Longwood University
- Metro-Nashville Public Schools
- Michigan State University
- Middle Tennessee State University
- Missouri Valley College
- University of Montana
- Motlow State Community College
- University of North Alabama
- University of North Carolina, Pembroke
- Northern Borders University
- Northern Virginia Community College
- Northwest University
- Roane State Community College
- Rust College
- Rutherford County Schools
- Savannah State University
- Southern Adventist University
- University of Southern Indiana
- State University of New York, Adirondack
- Sumner County Board of Education
- Talladega College
- Tennessee State University
- Tennessee Technical University
- Texas A&M University
- Tishreen University
- Trevecca Nazarene University
- Umm Qura University
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- Volunteer State Community College
- Watkins College of Art and Design
- West Virginia Higher Education Commission
- Western Kentucky University
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About University
Middle Tennessee State University
Overview:
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is a large university with a small-town feel, located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It is known for its affordability, strong academic programs, and vibrant campus life. MTSU is a public university with a diverse student body, including a significant number of first-generation students.
Services Offered:
MTSU offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Financial Aid:
83% of students receive financial aid, with over $230 million in assistance available.Campus Improvements:
The university has invested $1.5 billion in recent campus improvements and renovations.Academic Support:
MTSU provides academic advising, tutoring, and other support services to help students succeed.Student Life:
The university offers a variety of student organizations, clubs, and activities to enhance the campus experience.Career Services:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
MTSU boasts a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students can enjoy:
Large Campus with Small-Town Feel:
MTSU's 515-acre campus offers a scenic, park-like setting while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere.Active Student Organizations:
Students can join over 200 student organizations and clubs, catering to diverse interests.Athletics:
MTSU has 17 Division I sports teams, providing opportunities for both participation and spectator enjoyment.Campus Events:
The university hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including concerts, lectures, and sporting events.Student Union:
The Student Union serves as a central hub for students, offering dining, a bookstore, a game room, a theater, and more.Key Reasons to Study There:
Affordability:
MTSU offers the lowest tuition among Tennessee's three largest universities, making it a highly affordable option.Strong Academic Programs:
MTSU offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate majors and concentrations, including highly ranked programs in areas like Industrial and Organizational Psychology and Audio Engineering.Diverse Student Body:
MTSU is home to a diverse student population, including a significant number of first-generation students.Vibrant Campus Life:
The university offers a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities, fostering a strong sense of community.Career Opportunities:
MTSU provides career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities to help students prepare for their future careers.Academic Programs:
MTSU offers a wide range of academic programs across eight colleges, including:
Arts and Sciences:
Offers majors in fields like biology, chemistry, English, history, and mathematics.Business:
Offers majors in accounting, finance, marketing, and management.Education:
Offers majors in elementary education, secondary education, and special education.Engineering and Technology:
Offers majors in computer science, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering.Fine Arts:
Offers majors in music, theater, and art.Health and Human Sciences:
Offers majors in nursing, health sciences, and human development.Liberal Arts:
Offers majors in communication, journalism, and political science.University College:
Offers a variety of general studies programs and interdisciplinary majors.Other:
- MTSU is the number 1 producer of college graduates in the greater Nashville area.
- MTSU is home to the first public Honors College in Tennessee.
- MTSU has more than two dozen Fulbright scholars.
- MTSU students, alumni, faculty, and staff have won 47 Grammy Awards since 2001.
- MTSU is known for its flexible programs that emphasize real-world projects and soft skills development.
Total programs
290
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Admission decisions are based on the department's judgment of the applicant's capacity, suitability, and preparation for graduate study.
- Candidates will be expected to have earned an M.A. degree in English or closely-related field.
- Students in the Ph.D. program who have earned an M.A. in English at MTSU may apply up to 12 hours of course credit from the M.A. program toward the Ph.D. program.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- Applicant must demonstrate a reading knowledge of one foreign language. (Committees may require more than one language.) (NOTE: The requirement may be waived for students whose native language is not English.) The language requirement must be fulfilled in one of the following ways:
- completing two 3-hour foreign language courses of 3000- or 4000-level work emphasizing reading, translation, or composition;
- earning a final grade of A or B in a foreign language course numbered 5990 or in SPAN 5920Loading...;
- passing a reading examination administered by the World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department;
- earning a final grade of B or better in both ENGL 7011 - Old English Language and LiteratureLoading... and ENGL 7015 - BeowulfLoading..., which must be taken sequentially; or
- meeting this requirement at the M.A. level.
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