Department contact:
107 Tate Hall
573-882-6421

Degrees:

Bachelor of Arts in English
English Minor
English Writing Minor

Overview:

The English Department provides a major with emphases in literature, language, creative writing and folklore/oral tradition. A major in English develops skills in reading, critical thinking and writing. A degree in English is not intended to provide specific vocational training but rather to give a broad, open-ended education that can lead to many different careers, especially those requiring excellent communication skills.

Recent graduates have gone on to careers in teaching, publishing, television, film, advertising, public relations, insurance and government. In addition, English is excellent preparation for graduate or professional schools such as law and business.

Academic Information

Admission Requirements:

Any student may declare a major in English. Students must complete College Algebra and English 1000 with a C- or above and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to complete a graduation plan with the College of Arts & Science.

Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0

Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Any 2000 level English course (check prerequisites)

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