English Degree

The English degree program at San Diego Christian 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 California colleges that offer english degrees.

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San Diego Christian College

Also known as Concordia University Irvine

1530 Concordia West, Irvine, CA

San Diego Christian College is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in El Cajon, CA, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Nondenominational Christian affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The school enrolls 500 students per year, allowing for a more personalized education.

Students can select from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business Administration
• Liberal Arts
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Biblical Studies
• Kinesiology And Exercise Science

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may provide either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1270 to 1630 on the SAT, or 19 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. An estimated 40 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 39 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $26,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. San Diego Christian College may provide financial aid for students that qualify as grants and loans.

The San Diego Christian College "Hawks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.sdcc.edu to see additional information.

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).