English Degree

The English degree program at Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Worthington Scranton 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 Worthington Scranton

Old Route 115, Lehman, PA

Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Worthington Scranton is a public school that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled yearly at Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Worthington Scranton.

A list of some of the programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Human Development and Family Studies
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1230 to 1550 on the SAT, or 20 to 22 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of 88% of which only 50% chose to attend. More information on admissions can be found by calling the school or completing the form here.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $14,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $21,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the Scranton website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Pennsylvania State University – Penn State Worthington Scranton 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

Salary & Wages

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Annual Salary: $74600

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).