Graduate Programs

Admission to graduate study is contingent upon general requirements of Hunter College and upon approval by a departmental committee. Where general scholarship is superior, but the applicant did not major in the field, or preparation in that field is deemed to be insufficient, an examination and/or enrollment in specified undergraduate courses will be required. Before matriculation, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of specialization. Do not hesitate to reach out to the graduate advisors to learn more.

General Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree
• Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0
• At least 18 credits of upper-level undergraduate courses in the field of study
• Two letters of Recommendation
• A statement of purpose
• Proof of proficiency in field of study

Application:

The online application will guide you through a straight forward process including:

• Completion of the core application form
• Uploading of your statement of purpose and scanned unofficial transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended
• Completion of program-specific supplemental forms
• Submission of letters of recommendation, by the recommenders, via our Online Recommendation System only
• Application fee (waivers are available in certain situations)

In addition to these requirements, applicants will be required to demonstrate proficiency in the field of study.

Important Deadlines:

MA IN FRENCH LITERATURE
Fall Start: April 1
Spring Start: November 1
MA IN ADOLESCENT FRENCH
Fall Start: March 15 (Priority Deadline) & April 15 (Extended Deadline)
Spring Start: October 15 (Priority Deadline) & November 1 (Extended Deadline)
For specific admission requirements for the MA in Adolescent French, please click here.

*international students have earlier deadlines (9/15 and 2/1)

1. Courses. The total 30 credits for the MA must include:
   • Courses in literature of specialization (27-30 cr.)
   • Thesis Seminar: required of all students who elect to write master's essay (3 cr.)
2. Languages
   • In addition to a high degree of competence in the language of specialization, candidates must demonstrate a reading knowledge of a second Romance language, German, or Latin.
3. Comprehensive Examination
   • Candidates must pass a written examination on the field of study, in the language of specialization. View the Reading Lists for the French, Italian and Spanish MA Programs.
4. Master's Essay
   • The master’s essay is optional. Topic is determined in consultation with the principal adviser. Thesis Seminar, to be taken concurrently with preparation of the essay, is completed when the essay is approved be the principal adviser and another faculty member.

Program For Teachers Of Adolescent Education (Grades 7-12) - French, Italian, and Spanish MA

The Teacher Education Program (TEP) is not for individuals who already have initial or provisional certification in the teaching of French, Italian, or Spanish. Provisionally certified teachers should apply to the MA program in French, Italian, or Spanish. However, they may apply to the MA (TEP) program if they plan to be certified in a second Romance language.

Requirements for Admission

1. Degree. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution acceptable to Hunter College.
2. Languages. Proficiency in French, Italian, or Spanish.
3. Major and GPA requirements. The equivalent of the Hunter College major in French, Italian, or Spanish with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or better and an index of at least 3.0 in French, Italian, or Spanish. Students who have a 3.0 or better index in French, Italian, or Spanish courses, but whose cumulative GPA is below 2.8 may be considered for admission to nonmatriculated status. To be so admitted, applicants have to demonstrate strong verbal and analytical skills, by means of a proctored essay and a personal interview. Academically relevant data — such as scores obtained on the General Aptitude Test of the Graduate Record Exam, or on the Liberal Arts and Sciences Test of the NYS Teacher Certification Examination — may also be submitted in support of admission. See the School of Education section of this catalog for additional information on admission, progress standards, and exit criteria.
4. English Proficiency Requirement. English proficiency is required, including a satisfactory score on the TOEFL examination for students who have studied abroad.

Requirements to Fulfill the MA (TEP) in French, Italian, or Spanish

A total of 43-45 credits, to be distributed as follows:

1. Romance Language Courses. Candidates must complete an approved program of study of at least 21 credits in literature courses in one of the following languages:
   • French: 21 credits in French and Francophone literature.
   • Italian: 21 credits in Italian literature.
   • Spanish: 18 credits in Spanish and Spanish-American literature.
2. Teacher Education Courses. A sequence of 22-24 credits in teacher education courses. See the School of Education section of the Graduate catalog for the required sequence of courses in education.
3. Certification. MA TEP candidates with initial certification in one field of Romance languages who wish to become certified in a second field will take 10-12 credits in education courses and student teaching/practicum, for a total of 31-33 credits in Romance languages and Education combined.
4. Students with provisional certification in one area of Romance languages who wish to become certified in another Romance language will take these 10-12 credits but may also be required to take additional courses based on transcript review.
5. Comprehensive Examination. A comprehensive examination in French, Italian, or Spanish is required. See the School of Education section of this catalog for requirements for graduation.

If you have any questions about this program, please contact Professor Jenny Castillo at jmcastil@hunter.cuny.edu.

French

Spanish

View the Spanish MA Program Reading List

Spanish

Comprehensive Exam in Spanish for MA Students

Comprehensive Exam in Spanish for TOP/TEP Students