English Degree

The English degree program at Pine Manor 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 Massachusetts colleges that offer english degrees.

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Pine Manor College

Also known as Elms College

291 Springfield St, Chicopee, MA

Pine Manor College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, which is a predominantly suburban area. The low student to teacher ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the small student body, around 500 students, maintained by Pine Manor College.

Areas of study offered at Pine Manor College include:

• Fine Arts and Art Studies
• Psychology
• Political Science and Government
• Biology

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken to apply to Pine Manor College. Scores within the range of 15 to 18 on the ACT or 690 to 920 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase the chance of admission.

The cost of tuition is close to $24,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs around $6,900 for the year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Pine Manor College Gators participate in a number of athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA.

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).