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 Missouri colleges that offer rhetoric and composition degrees.

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William Jewell College

501 Westminster Ave, Fulton, MO

William Jewell 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 Liberty, MO, which is a predominantly suburban area. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled per year at William Jewell College.

Areas of study available at William Jewell College include but are not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• History

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to this school have an SAT score within the range of 960 to 1270, or an ACT score within the range of 23 to 28. This school admits roughly 50% of applicants. Of those students admitted, around 15% of students enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at jewell.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $31,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $4,600. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The William Jewell College "Cardinals" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to learn more about William Jewell College may check out their website at www.jewell.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).