The English Major
As an English major at UMass Amherst, you'll develop powerful skills for reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking. You can personalize your major by choosing from among specializations in literature, writing, technology, social justice, and the environment.
MA/PhD in English
Our Graduate Program offers both MA and PhD degrees in English. Students can choose from a broad range of graduate-level courses in English studies and pursue interdisciplinary approaches informed by cultural studies and contemporary critical theory.
MFA for Poets and Writers
The MFA for Poets and Writers champions the creation of new and important writing, and for over 50 years has been a place for writers to concentrate on their work and to write their books.
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I am passionate about writing and reading, and that is a major part of working in the legal field. I like that there is a career path that can allow me to engage in work that I am passionate about while also making a real difference in people’s lives.
