English Degree

The English degree program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Wilkes – Barre 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer english degrees.

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Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Wilkes – Barre

147 Shenango Avenue, Sharon, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Wilkes - Barre is a public institution located in Lehman, PA and provides a large number of program options for students. Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Wilkes - Barre, with only around 800 students enrolled, has smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Wilkes - Barre offers:

• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Surveying Technology
• English
• Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology
• Management Science

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to this school have an SAT score between 1260 - 1570, or an ACT score within the range of 16 - 23. This school admits about 90 percent of applicants annually. Of those admitted, around 37 percent enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at admissions.psu.edu.

Tuition & fees at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Wilkes - Barre vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs close to $14,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students who qualify in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Wilkes – Barre offers a bachelor's degree program in english.

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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).