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International Direct - Bachelor of Arts - English

Boston campus — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Study Level: Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 36,582
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description International direct admission is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so students can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future. International direct students receive: Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework Priority access to in-demand courses that fit their interests Guidance from academic advisors and mentors Career development and networking opportunities Intensive classes with domestic students The study of English puts students in touch with works of power, beauty, and imagination—and empowers them to create those works themselves. The English major connects a passion for imaginative expression to some of today's most in-demand skills: analytical writing, critical interpretation, original inquiry and research, and the ability to discuss, debate, and develop complex ideas. English Major at University of Massachusetts Boston (UMass Boston) can: Allow students to express their passion for reading, writing, studying literature, and engaging with visual, verbal, and digital texts. Connect to professors in small discussion-based classes. Students hone their reading, writing, and thinking skills by working side-by-side with their professors and fellow students. Allows students to add areas of concentration to their major. Most majors do a straightforward English major of 11 courses. If students are interested in adding focus to the major, they can concentrate in creative writing, professional writing, or Irish studies, or work toward teaching licensure as part of the English major. Offer numerous extracurriculars, ranging from the Sigma Tau Delta Honors Society to the Literary Theory Reading Group. Offer internships as a capstone option. Prepares students for jobs by offering a one-credit mini-course on “English 457: Careers in English and Preparing for the Job Market” The English department offers exciting events—such as guest speakers, creative writing readings, and six-word story and Twitter poetry contests—that are free and open to the UMass Boston community.

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Field of study: —
Credential: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 36,582
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: 22 December 2026
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Boston campus

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

100 William T Morrissey Boulevard

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying

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About the Institution

The University of Massachusetts Boston, located in America’s most celebrated college city, combines the resources of a major research university and the accessibility of a public institution. Its faculty, research staff, and students foster academic excellence, imagination, and creativity. UMass Boston expects and welcomes divergent views, honoring their commitment to creating global leaders. The university is dedicated to rigorous critical inquiry and providing a gateway to intellectual discovery. With more than sixty-five courses of study and a prestigious Honors College, UMass Boston gives...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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