English Degree

The English degree program at Columbia College – Fairfax prepares students for the general study of the English language, with attention to the history and structure of the language, as well as communication skills, and the literature and culture of English-speaking persons. Students who graduate from the English degree program may pursue careers in writing, journalism, teaching, communications, marketing, linguistics, broadcasting, and more. Courses in the English degree program include communication theory, historical literature, including American and British literature. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer english degrees.

Columbia College – Fairfax

1901 W Hwy 77, San Benito, TX

Columbia College operates as a 2-year private career school, which offers training and education opportunities for its students located in and around Fairfax. In the previous year, over sixty students were awarded degrees with around 72% of those who start the program complete it. Columbia College has several programs to choose from. Here are the more popular programs offered:

• English
• Massage Therapy
• Dental Laboratory Technology
• Computer Science
• Cosmetology
• Culinary Arts

To support students and graduates, Columbia College may offer support services like:

• Academic counseling for students
• Work study style employment
• Helping students find work after graduation

This school has been accredited by the Council on Occupational Education since 2011. Please visit ccdc.edu for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Columbia College – Fairfax has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, english language and literature teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.4% from 2014 to 2024

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).