English Degree

The English degree program at College of Our Lady of the Elms 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer english degrees.

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College of Our Lady of the Elms

Also known as Elms College

100 Elliott Street, Haverhill, MA

College of Our Lady of the Elms provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Chicopee, Massachusetts and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Elms College has a yearly student enrollment of nearly a thousand.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• History
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are within the range of 17 to 24 on the ACT, or 1230 to 1570 on the SAT exam. Elms College has an acceptance rate of around 83 percent of which only 39 percent decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at elms.edu.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Elms College may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at College of Our Lady of the Elms through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to view more about Elms College can check out their website at www.elms.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

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).