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2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Tennessee

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Finding the Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree School for You

With 145 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, English language and literature is the #19 most popular major in Tennessee.

There are lots of options to pick from today when trying to decide which program is right for you. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Grad Degree Search has created its Most Popular English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Tennessee ranking. This report analyzed 11 schools in Tennessee to see which ones were the most popular master's degree programs for students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the English Language & Literature program at each school on the list.

The following schools top our list of the Most Popular English Language & Literature Master's Degree Colleges.

#1

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN

Our analysis found University of Memphis to be the most popular school for English language and literature students who want to pursue a master’s degree in Tennessee. UofM is a very large public school located in the city of Memphis.

Of the 23 students majoring in English language and literature at UofM, 30% are male and 70% are female.

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The in-demand master’s degree programs at The University of Tennessee - Knoxville helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular English language and literature schools in Tennessee. Located in the city of Knoxville, UT Knoxville is a public school with a fairly large student population.

Of the 19 students majoring in English language and literature at UT Knoxville, 21% are male and 79% are female.

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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga. It ranked #3 on our 2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Master’s Degree Schools in Tennessee list. Located in the midsize city of Chattanooga, UT Chattanooga is a public school with a fairly large student population.

Of the 17 students majoring in English language and literature at UT Chattanooga, 41% are male and 59% are female.

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#3

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN

Out of the 11 schools in Tennessee that were part of this year’s ranking, Vanderbilt University landed the # 3 spot on the list. Located in the city of Nashville, Vanderbilt is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly large student population.

Women make up 59% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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A rank of #5 on this year’s list means East Tennessee State University is a great place for English language and literature students working on their master’s degree. ETSU is a large public school located in the city of Johnson City.

Women make up 60% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

Full English Language & Literature at East Tennessee State University Report

#6

Belmont University

Nashville, TN

Belmont University landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular master’s degree English language and literature programs. Located in the city of Nashville, Belmont is a private not-for-profit college with a medium-sized student population.

Of the 9 students majoring in English language and literature at Belmont, 11% are male and 89% are female.

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#7

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular English Language & Literature Master’s Degree Schools in Tennessee ranking. Located in the midsize city of Clarksville, Austin Peay State University is a public college with a medium-sized student population.

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Middle Tennessee State University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for English language and literature students to get a master’s degree. It came in at #7 on the list. Located in the city of Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University is a public college with a fairly large student population.

Women make up 43% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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Sewanee - The University of the South did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for English language and literature students to get a master’s degree. It came in at #7 on the list. Located in the rural area of Sewanee, Sewanee is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Women make up 86% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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Tennessee Technological University landed the #10 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular master’s degree English language and literature programs. Located in the remote town of Cookeville, Tennessee Tech University is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

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Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Southeast Region

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

State Degrees Awarded
Mississippi 57
Florida 394
Virginia 292
North Carolina 330
Georgia 129
West Virginia 33
Louisiana 134
South Carolina 75
Kentucky 135
Arkansas 79
Alabama 115

English Language & Literature Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
General English Literature 4,966
Writing Studies 4,263
English Literature (Other) 175
Literature 162

Majors Similar to English Language & Literature

Related Major Annual Graduates
Visual & Performing Arts 18,379
Theology & Religious Vocations 17,287
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 4,163
Philosophy & Religious Studies 3,136
Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities 2,680

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 11 schools only.

  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
  • Credit for the banner image above goes to Mike Hazard.

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