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2024 Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Georgia

8 Colleges in Georgia
106 Master's Degrees
English Language & Literature is about average in terms of popularity for master's degrees programs. That is, it ranks #17 out of the 37 majors across the country that we analyze each year. As such, the degree program isn't offered at every college in the United States, but there are schools that do have a program in the field that are top-notch when it comes to quality.

For its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 8 schools in Georgia to determine which ones were the best for english language & literature students pursuing a master's degree. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 106 master's degrees in english language & literature during the 2020-2021 academic year.

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Choosing a Great English Language & Literature School for Your Master's Degree

Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Georgia The english language & literature master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:

Quality Overall Is Important

A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.

Average Earnings

To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their master's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their master's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.

Other Factors We Consider

In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:

Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for english language & literature students working on their master's degree.

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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Georgia ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.


 

Best Schools for Master’s Students to Study English Language & Literature in Georgia

Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for english language & literature students seeking a a master's degree.

Top Georgia Schools for a Master's in English Language & Literature

1
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
6 Annual Graduates

It is difficult to beat University of Georgia if you want to pursue a master's degree in english language & literature. Located in the city of Athens, UGA is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from University of Georgia

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Emory University
Atlanta, GA
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
4 Annual Graduates

Emory University is a wonderful decision for students pursuing a master's degree in english language & literature. Located in the city of Atlanta, Emory is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Emory University

2
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
4 Annual Graduates

Georgia Southern University is a wonderful choice for students interested in a master's degree in english language & literature. Located in the town of Statesboro, GaSou is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Georgia Southern University

3
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
14 Annual Graduates

Every student who is interested in a master's degree in english language & literature has to check out Kennesaw State University. Located in the large suburb of Kennesaw, KSU Georgia is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Kennesaw State University

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
10 Annual Graduates

Georgia State University is a good option for students pursuing a master's degree in english language & literature. Located in the city of Atlanta, Georgia State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Georgia State University

5
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
13 Annual Graduates

Located in the distant town of Milledgeville, Georgia College is a public university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Georgia College & State University

6
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
17 Annual Graduates

SCAD is a fairly large private not-for-profit college located in the midsize city of Savannah.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Savannah College of Art and Design

7
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
11 Annual Graduates

Located in the fringe town of Carrollton, University of West Georgia is a public university with a large student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from University of West Georgia

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Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
7 Annual Graduates

VSU is a fairly large public university located in the small city of Valdosta.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Valdosta State University

Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Southeast Region

Explore all the Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Mississippi 34 48
Florida 34 330
Virginia 33 257
Tennessee 32 120
North Carolina 31 281
Kentucky 31 95
West Virginia 30 32
Alabama 30 94
Louisiana 30 115
South Carolina 30 69
Arkansas 30 61

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English Language & Literature Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
Writing Studies 54
General English Literature 52

Related Major Annual Graduates
Theology & Religious Vocations 385
Social Sciences 346
Communication & Journalism 247
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 113
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 60
History 49
Philosophy & Religious Studies 41
Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies 24
Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities 7

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