English Degree

The English degree program at Rutgers University – Camden 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 New Jersey colleges that offer english degrees.

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Rutgers University – Camden

2083 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

Rutgers University - Camden is a public university that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camden, New Jersey, in a predominantly urban area. About six thousand students enroll at Rutgers University - Camden annually.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school score in a range of 1460 - 1752 on the SAT exam. 54% of students that apply are admitted to Rutgers University - Camden, of which 13 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $14,000, while out-of-state residents pay $28,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,500 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as grants and loans.

The mascot for Rutgers University - Camden is the "Scarlet Raptors", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.rutgers.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rutgers University – Camden has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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).