English Degree

The English degree program at Wesleyan University 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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Wesleyan University

15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT

Wesleyan University 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 Middletown, CT, which is a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Wesleyan University is nearly 3,200 yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1945 to 2230 for the SAT exam and within the range of 30 to 33 on the ACT is common among students accepted to this school. Only 21 percent of applicants are accepted to the school due to the huge number of applicants and the intense competition for the limited enrollment spots. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $48,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Students enrolled at Wesleyan University may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Wesleyan University Cardinals participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.wesleyan.edu.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Wesleyan University 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).