MA English - Rhetoric and Composition

Course Overview This Master of Arts in English with a specialization in Rhetoric and Composition provides a deep theoretical and practical foundation in professional and technical writing, preparing graduates for diverse careers and advanced academic study. Students learn to analyze how writing creates meaning and drives change across digital, social, and historical contexts, applying ethical and rhetorical strategies to research and compose multimodal texts. The flexible program is offered both online and in-person to accommodate working professionals and aspiring scholars. Key Program Highlights Examine how writing functions to make meaning and implement change in digital, social, and historical environments Apply ethical rhetorical approaches to research, compose, and analyze a wide range of multimodal texts Choose a fully online or in-person format designed for flexibility and accessibility Prepare for careers as writing specialists, college instructors, or for further Ph.D. studies Complete a significant thesis project or capstone course contributing to the field