Doctoral Concentration in Rhetoric & Composition

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Rhetoric & Composition at UL

Since 1985, we have offered a graduate degree with a concentration in Rhetoric & Composition. The program is designed for English graduate students who are interested in rhetoric, composition theory, the teaching of rhetoric and composition, or the administration of writing programs and writing laboratories.

Apply to Learn With Us

Applicants in Rhetoric & Composition should submit a critical writing sample to the graduate coordinator at englgrad@louisiana.edu. Find more information on applying to the program here.