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English (MA)

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Offered by University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, English (MA) is a master's degree in English Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 3 semesters, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: English Language Studies
Duration: 3 semesters
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 9,608 / year
International tuition: CAD 34,900 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: sgs.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts (MA) in English is offered by the Department of English at the University of Toronto and is one of the largest graduate English programs in North America. The program gives students a broad grounding in British, Canadian, Indigenous, American, and postcolonial literatures alongside current literary theory, and some graduates proceed directly into the department's PhD program. It is completed over three sessions of full-time study (Fall, Winter, Summer), and a part-time option is also available. Admission requires a bachelor's degree, preferably in English, with a minimum GPA of 3.3 (B+) over the final two years of study and evidence of first-class work, plus a minimum of seven full-year undergraduate courses in English or the equivalent in half-year courses. Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency, for example through the TOEFL iBT, where the minimum overall score required is 5.0 out of 6.0. The program is delivered in person.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.30 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: A bachelor's degree, preferably in English, with a minimum grade point average of 3.3 (B+) over the final two years of the degree and evidence of first-class work in English; applicants need a minimum of seven full-year undergraduate courses in English or the equivalent in half-year courses, or an equivalent combination of full- and half-year courses. Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency, for example through the TOEFL iBT (1-6 scale), with a minimum overall score of 5.0 and minimum component scores of 4.5 in writing and 4.0 in speaking.

Application Details

Start Date: September

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Founded: 1827
Students: 103,140
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does English (MA) award?

University of Toronto awards a Master's Degree in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does English (MA) take?

The programme runs for 3 semesters.

How much does English (MA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,900 per year (CAD 9,608 per year for local students).

Can English (MA) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Toronto.

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