English Degree

The English degree program at Brewton – Parker College 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 Georgia colleges that offer english degrees.

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Brewton – Parker College

500 Washington Street SE, Gainesville, GA

Brewton - Parker College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Mount Vernon, GA and operated as a private institution. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Brewton - Parker College, with only approximately 780 students enrolled, has a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Brewton - Parker College. Scores within the range of 14 to 20 on the ACT or 1170 to 1490 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. 95% of applicants are admitted to Brewton - Parker College, of which 47 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at bpc.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $15,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $3,200. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The Brewton - Parker College "Barons" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to see more about this school may check out their website at http://www.bpc.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Gainesville, GA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Annual Salary: $43430

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).