Graduate students have two options for completing the M.A. in English (Teaching Option): Strand One is designed to extend and enrich the professional development of experienced middle school and high school teachers of English language arts. Strand Two is designed for individuals who have a B.A. in English or related field and who wish to be licensed to teach English at the secondary level (grades 5-12) while they work on the M.A. in English (Teaching Option).

With additional coursework, field experiences, and student teaching, individuals may receive secondary english licensure and an M.A. in English. After admission to the M.A. in English (Teaching Option), Graduate students must apply to the Teacher Educatiom Program in Curriculum & Instruction in order to take licensure courses at the graduate level. Strand Two is also appropriate for individuas who wish to learn teaching pedagogy but do not need secondary licensure.