Overview
Key facts
Boston University's American Literature - Beginnings to 1855 is a survey of American literature from its (contested) beginnings through the mid-nineteenth century. Focus on fiction, poetry, and autobiography from authors such as Rowlandson, Wheatley, Melville, Douglass, Thoreau, Jacobs, Dickinson, and Whitman. Also, brief encounters with other genres such as sermons, essays, and exploration narratives. Among our lines of inquiry are these: how do political and philosophical questions shape literary forms and styles (and vice-versa)? How do authors write themselves into (and out of) literary traditions, particularly in matters of influence and culture? How do the roots (and routes) of early American literature continue today?
Programme Structure
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Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Literature View 42 other Short Courses in Literature in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete the International Student Online Enrollment Form and pay the $50 international student processing fee by credit card upon submitting the form.
- Submit the following to the Summer Term office:
- Registration Form for Summer 1 and/or Summer 2
- To qualify for student immigration sponsorship you must study full time.
- (Full-time enrollment is defined as registration for a minimum of 8 credits in one summer session or 12 credits if studying in both sessions.)
- Immunization Record Form
- Copy of your valid passport, including the data page and passport expiration date
- Copy of your most recent I-94 admission record or most recent US Port of Entry stamp in your passport (only required if you are currently in the US)
- Copy of other relevant US immigration documents (only required if you are currently in the US)
- Copy of your most recent English Proficiency Test scores. Read more about this requirement here.
Tuition Fee
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International
3180 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3180 USD for the full programme during 1 months. -
National
3180 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3180 USD for the full programme during 1 months. -
In-State
3180 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3180 USD for the full programme during 1 months.
Living costs for Boston
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.