Master of Arts in Children's Literature

Tuition fees are 28,500 USD per year.

This Master of Arts program is the first graduate degree globally dedicated to literature for readers aged 0-18. It offers an interdisciplinary approach, drawing from fields like literature, art, education, and psychology to explore the artistry, cultural impact, and innovation in children's and young adult literature. Students gain skills to create, analyze, and publish books for young people, critically examining texts and their construction of childhood.

The MA program requires 30 credits, comprising 15 credits of required core courses and 15 credits of elective courses.

Graduates enter fields such as education, library work, publishing, creative writing, academic research, and museum work, securing roles at publishing houses, literary agencies, or pursuing doctoral studies.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On Campus, with study locations in Boston and at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst. Full-time students typically take 6-9 credits per semester. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.

Simmons University, founded in 1899 and located in Boston, blends a strong liberal arts tradition with career-focused professional programs. With about 6,364 students and 61 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, Simmons emphasizes personalized learning, experiential education and professional preparation. Its urban setting connects students to internships, research collaborations and cultural resources across one of the United States’ leading academic and healthcare hubs.

Academic life at Simmons features small classes, interdisciplinary study and opportunities to translate classroom learning into practice through internships, practicums and applied projects. The university’s career services and alumni network support job placement while faculty mentorship helps students develop professional portfolios and industry contacts. Programs span healthcare, business, education, the arts and technology, each oriented toward employability and real-world impact.

Campus life balances a close-knit community with access to Boston’s museums, hospitals, startups and arts scene, providing international students both support and vibrant opportunity. Practical services include orientation, housing assistance and international advising to ease transition into study and life in the city. Prospective applicants should review program requirements, application deadlines and scholarship options to find the Simmons pathway best aligned with their academic and career goals.