School of Humanities and Cultural Studies

Bachelor of Arts in English

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Why Choose a Bachelor’s Degree in English?

The English major builds an excellent foundation for success in a wide range of careers through integrated learning, research, innovation, and internships. Our courses offer instruction on the kinds of cultural competencies, creative and critical thinking, clear communication, and research skills valued by local, national, and international employers. When our majors graduate, they are well-prepared to meet today’s challenges and to continue to develop professionally, intellectually, and personally in ways that meaningfully benefit themselves and their communities.

Careers

View the English program profile for sample occupations, average salary, and employment projections. 

Real-World Experience

Enroll in one of our internship courses to apply the skills you have learned in your studies in a workplace setting and begin to build professional relationships. Some recent real-world projects for English students include:

  • WSU The Guardian
  • Mystery Writers of America-Midwest Chapter
  • Law Office of the Public Defender
  • LexisNexis

Success Stories

Wright State English alumna Rishan Habte is a program officer for economic empowerment at Lutheran Immigrant and Refugee Services.

Academics and Curriculum

View the Bachelor of Arts in English program information and degree requirements in the Academic Catalog.

Admission

Any student eligible for admission to the College of Liberal Arts is eligible for admission to the English Program. Non-native speakers of English seeking admission to any undergraduate major program in English must meet one of the following minimum language proficiency requirements:

  • TOEFL: 79
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • PEARSON PTE: 58, or
  • Students who show proof of successful completion of an Intensive English Program from an accredited Institution or program accepted by international admissions are exempt from the requirement to take an approved English Proficiency exam.

Review the admission requirements and complete the admission application. Identify whether you will be majoring in English.

If you are a current student and wish to change majors, go to the WINGS Express major/minor change request form and change your major. If you are an undecided/exploratory student, talk to your advisor about majoring in English.

 


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