Valparaiso University Graduate Studies and Continuing Education English Studies & Communication 1700 Chapel Drive Kretzmann Hall 116 Valparaiso, IN 46383 US   Phone: 1-219-464-5313 Fax: 1-219-464-5381   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.A. English Studies & Communication On Campus   This 37 credit program is designed for international and U.S. students wanting to develop their understanding and skills related to the English language, English literature, and English communication. The program has three primary goals: to develop (1) a deeper understanding of and proficiency in the English language through the studies of the history of English, American literature, and cultures of writing; (2) written and oral English language communication skills; and (3) an appreciation of American literary and cultural traditions. This program may be particularly useful for: 1. Current English teachers in the USA and foreign countries who want to elevate their overall English language and literature skills for the purpose of teaching English; 2. English majors in other countries who want to improve their general proficiency in the English language for us in business or industry; 3. International students with a bachelor's degree in a non-English major but who want to enhance their English verbal communication and writing skills; 4. Those with a bachelor's degree in English who want to pursue Ph.D. study in English or the other humanities; 5. Those wanting to prepare for teaching English abroad; 6. Those wanting to obtain a general master's degree in the area of the humanities (e.g., for teaching at community colleges).     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees Bachelor's degree  Pre-Requisite Courses Previous coursework in English  International Student Requirements Minimum TOEFL score of 550  Requirements Qualifying Exam: None Required Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: 3.0 English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience   Volunteer Experience   Publications Experience   Foreign Language Requirement   Other Requirements Valparaiso University admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or (as qualified herein) religion, to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities, generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or (as qualified herein) religion in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, career services and placement, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Valparaiso University is an institution committed to its Lutheran traditions. The University reserves the right to promote the teachings of the church and to exercise preferences in admissions in favor of Lutherans.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 219  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 173  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $390  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $7020  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience:   Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Lutheran Church in America