Admission to the MA in English

In addition to the general University requirements for admission to graduate study, the Department of English requests 21 undergraduate credits in English and American literature.

Applicants must submit a short essay explaining their reasons for applying to the program and describing their goals. GRE scores are required.

The deadline for graduate applications is July 1 for the fall semester. The deadline for Teaching Assistantship Applications is  March 15. Applications are also accepted for the spring semester and are due by November 1.

You may also visit our campus to learn more about the program.

Financial Aid Information

Click here for a summary of the loan options and graduate assistant-ships that are available for graduate students.

G.I. Bill Yellow Ribbon Program
Eligible veterans and active duty military personnel will receive a considerable contribution toward their tuition from the Veterans Administration and Seton Hall University. To learn more about this program and the eligibility requirements go to the GI Bill Website or contact Garland Foster, a financial aid representative, at garland.foster@shu.edu or (973) 275-2597.