Overview

Why Pursue a PhD in English

This doctoral program offers students opportunities for advanced study and research in cross-cultural, transnational approaches to English language and literary studies, with coursework required in U.S. Latina/o literature and the theory and practice of teaching composition.

With a low student-to-faculty ratio, advisors offer extensive mentoring and guidance for graduate student success. This program at The University of Texas at San Antonio also offers study abroad opportunities in England, Italy, and Spain.

Programme Structure

Faculty research concentrations include:

American Literature
British Literature
Comparative Literature
Creative Writing
Cultural Studies
Linguistics
Rhetoric and Composition
Technical and Professional Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

39 SCH

39 graduate hours beyond the master’s degree

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Helotes, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature View 210 other PhDs in Language Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

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Required

English requirements

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master’s Degree in English from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution.
Transcripts from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English
Credential Evaluation required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions
TOEFL/IELTS scores for International applicants
Purpose Statement
Resume
3 Letters of Recommendation
Writing Sample

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28134 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28134 USD / year

≈ 28134 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9906 USD / year

≈ 9906 USD / year

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Overview

Why Pursue a PhD in English

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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