Admission and Enrollment

For master’s degree applicants, the following materials are required:  

• Completed application 
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended 
• Statement of academic purpose, describing goals in pursuing this degree (750-word maximum) 

Additional considerations: 

• Transferring credit: Indicate if you wish to transfer credit for up to two graduate courses taken elsewhere 
• M.A. in English: Include a 5–10-page writing sample, and upload to the online application 
• Proficiency in English: Non-native English speakers should submit relevant test scores (e.g., Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS) 

For certificate program applicants, the following materials are required:  

• Completed online application 
• Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended

Additional Considerations:

• Courses taken may count toward the M.A. degree upon application for full admission.  
• Financial aid is not available for this program.
• International applicants cannot apply to this program.

If you wish to enroll as a nondegree applicant: 

• Complete the online application 
• Provide transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended 

Additional considerations:

1. Nondegree applicants are permitted to enroll in two courses.
2. Courses taken may count toward the M.A. degree upon application for full admission.  
3. Financial aid is not available for this program.
4. International applicants cannot apply to this program.

Visit the Office of International Students and Scholars Immigration Status page to learn more about studying in the US.  You may also contact the Office of International Students and Scholars for specific requirements.  

Current Trinity graduate students interested in a certificate should submit a Graduate Degree Application for the certificate upon completion of the requirements.