English Degree

The English degree program at Asbury University 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 Kentucky colleges that offer english degrees.

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Asbury University

Also known as dba Asbury College

100 Purpose Rd, Pippa Passes, KY

Asbury University provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Wilmore, KY and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Asbury University exceeds a thousand yearly.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Communication Technology
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students admitted to this school achieve an SAT score between 980 - 1230, or an ACT score between 21 - 27. This school has an acceptance rate of 63 percent of which only 34 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $27,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should visit the school's tuition calculator to understand their costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $3,600. Students enrolled at Asbury University may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

Asbury University has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the school's http://www.asbury.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Asbury University offers a bachelor's degree program in english.

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).