English Degree

The English degree program at University of Houston – Clear Lake 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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University of Houston – Clear Lake (UHCL)

7502 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX

University of Houston - Clear Lake provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Houston, Texas and publically funded. Around eight thousand students enroll at UHCL annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs UHCL offers:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at UHCL are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $5,800 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $15,000 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Students Enrolled in the English Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Houston – Clear Lake has offered the following academic levels 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

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $87340

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).