by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in District of Columbia to review for the 2025 Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in District of Columbia ranking. If you would like to see more options to choose from, check out the Best Master's Degree Schools in the United States ranking..
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The english language & literature school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in District of Columbia.
The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in english language & literature.
American University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in english language & literature. The American University is a large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Washington.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from American University
Explore all the Best English Language & Literature Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | 691 |
| Pennsylvania | 34 | 359 |
| New Jersey | 32 | 206 |
| Maryland | 32 | 170 |
| Delaware | 24 | 0 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 28 |
| Writing Studies | 23 |
| Literature | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 2,008 |
| Communication & Journalism | 570 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | 190 |
| Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies | 158 |
| Foreign Languages & Linguistics | 103 |
| History | 75 |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | 52 |
| Family, Consumer & Human Sciences | 42 |
| Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities | 17 |