English Degree

The English degree program at Fairmont State 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 West Virginia colleges that offer english degrees.

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Fairmont State University

Also known as Fairmont State

100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV

Fairmont State is a public institution located in Fairmont, West Virginia and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Enrollment at Fairmont State is nearly four thousand yearly.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services
• Education
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common exam scores among students admitted to Fairmont State University are within the range of 18 - 23 on the ACT, or 820 - 1030 for the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of about 57 percent of which only 41 percent chose to enroll.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $5,900, while out-of-state residents pay $12,000 for the year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $3,800. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

The Fairmont State University "Falcons" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.fairmontstate.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Fairmont State 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).