English Degree

The English degree program at Sul Ross 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 Texas colleges that offer english degrees.

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Sul Ross State University

200 Bowser Circle, Terrell, TX

Sul Ross State University, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Alpine, Texas, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Sul Ross State University has an annual student enrollment of nearly three thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting any students that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and letters of recommendations may be required for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $5,200 and out-of-state residents pay $14,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $4,500 per year. Some students at Sul Ross State University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Sul Ross State University "Lobos" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division III)
• Basketball (NAIA Division III)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division III)
• Football (NAIA Division III)

Students can visit the school's http://www.sulross.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Sul Ross State University 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

Salary & Wages

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Average Annual Salary: $63590
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Average Annual Salary: $48840

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).