Rhetoric and Composition Degree

The composition field of study is focused on the professional field of writing, instruction, and research with an emphasis of writing at the college level. On the other hand, rhetoric, is the art if discourse whereby speakers attempt to persuade an audience in one form or fashion. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer rhetoric and composition degrees.

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Methodist University (Methodist)

3800 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC

Methodist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over two thousand students enroll at Methodist University per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 17 to 22 on the ACT or 1280 to 1580 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Methodist has an acceptance rate of about 62 percent of which only 25 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at methodist.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $28,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students, which costs about $5,200 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Methodist through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.methodist.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.

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Editors

Description

Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.

Copy Writers

Description

Write advertising copy for use by publication or broadcast media to promote sale of goods and services.

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