English Degree

The English degree program at Connecticut 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 Connecticut colleges that offer english degrees.

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Connecticut College

45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10, Cromwell, CT

Connecticut College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in New London, CT, which is a predominantly urban area. Connecticut College has a yearly student enrollment of over a thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Connecticut College offers:

• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• History

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. This school has an acceptance rate of 32% of which only 29% chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at conncoll.edu.

Tuition is approximately $48,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,500 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Connecticut College Camels participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to see more about Connecticut College can take a look at their website at http://www.connecticutcollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Connecticut College 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).