Graduate English Programs at Montclair: Virtual Information Session

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM until 8:00 PMEastern Standard Time UTC -05:00

Virtual Information Session

Explore Graduate English Programs at Montclair

Learn about the English MA and Graduate Certificate and explore which option may best fit your goals.

Graduate English programs at Montclair State University

Interested in deepening your study of literature, writing and critical analysis? Join Montclair State University faculty and Graduate Admissions to explore two graduate options offered through the English Department: the Master of Arts in English and the English Graduate Certificate.

During this virtual information session, you'll learn how the two programs differ, what graduate study in English looks like at Montclair and which option may best fit your academic or professional goals.

Two Graduate Options. One Conversation.

Looking for a full master's degree or interested in beginning with a shorter graduate credential? This session will introduce both pathways and give you the opportunity to hear directly from faculty about coursework, expectations and graduate-level study in English.

Programs Featured

Both programs offer opportunities to strengthen your reading, writing, research and analytical skills, but they are designed for different levels of graduate study.

English (MA)

Montclair's 33-credit MA in English features small, discussion-based graduate seminars exploring literature, writing and cultural studies across a range of subjects and time periods.

Courses are typically offered in the evening, making the program accessible for working professionals. The MA can support preparation for doctoral study as well as careers in education, publishing, media, writing, communications and related fields.

Explore the English MA

English Graduate Certificate

The 9-credit English Graduate Certificate provides a shorter introduction to graduate-level study in English through advanced coursework in literary and cultural studies.

The certificate may be a good fit for individuals who want to experience graduate coursework before pursuing a master's degree, as well as educators interested in advanced English study for professional development.

Explore the English Certificate

What We'll Cover

The differences between the English MA and Graduate Certificate
Program structure, curriculum and areas of graduate study
What to expect from Montclair's small, discussion-based graduate seminars
Evening course scheduling and options for working professionals
How each program can support academic and professional goals
Admissions requirements and the application process
Live Q&A with English faculty and Graduate Admissions

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for prospective students considering a master's degree in English, individuals interested in a shorter graduate certificate, educators seeking advanced coursework and anyone who wants to learn more about graduate-level study in English at Montclair.

Join Us Virtually

Complete the registration form below to reserve your spot and learn more about Montclair's graduate English programs.

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