English Degree

The English degree program at Mount Marty 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 South Dakota colleges that offer english degrees.

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Mount Marty College

1800 E. Spruce Street, Mitchell, SD

About
Mount Marty College is a Catholic institution founded in the Benedictine tradition in 1936. The school is located in Yankton, South Dakota and named for Martin Marty, a missionary who once worked with Amerindians in the Dakota Territories. Originally the school operated as women's junior college, and did so for 15 years. In 1951 the school added bachelor degrees to its offerings and in 1969 the school became coeducational. The school began offering master degrees in 1983 and has since expanded to offer more programs. As part of the Benedictine tradition, the school evaluates its offerings every year, adjusting its programs and offerings to meet its original goals and community needs.

Academics
Mount Marty College offers a large number of degree programs at its primary campus, with additional offerings available at the Watertown campus, though more limited in overall number. Courses are taught by qualified professionals dedicated to providing the best education possible for their students. Programs result in associate, bachelor or master degrees. Students may also pursue minor degrees, which allow students to pursue a secondary interest or augment their primary area of study.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Graphic Design and Media Arts
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment must complete the application for admission and submit it through mail or online, as well as provide transcripts and standardized test scores. Once received students will be eligible for registration in the following semester. Some programs may require additional criterion to be met prior to admission, such as those offering a master's degree.

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will then be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information in order to verify the accuracy of information provided prior to the disbursement of funds.

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).