5 Advancement to Candidacy

Students are expected to proceed in a timely manner toward the completion of the degree. The maximum time limit for completing the master’s degree is six years from the date of matriculation in the program, though students normally should complete the degree in two to three years. Students advance to candidacy when they have completed the minimum required coursework for the degree and have only the thesis or directed portfolio remaining.

For M.A. students pursuing the Portfolio option: 

• Once a plan has been established between the student and their faculty director, the director will complete the Directed Portfolio and Advancement to Candidacy Form (PDF) and submit it to gradEnglish@mtsu.edu or the English Graduate Program Office, PH 316.