English

The Department of English is a vibrant academic community where students are at the center of their learning experience. We strive to create an environment where every voice is valued, and connections among peers are forged through meaningful engagement. English majors are trained to write well, to think critically, to engage empathetically, and to develop arguments.

Our concentrations—Literatures in English, Language Studies, Creative Nonfiction, and Secondary English Teaching—offer diverse pathways for students to explore their interests and develop specialized expertise. Our commitment to excellence in education extends beyond the classroom, providing students with the tools they need to succeed in their chosen careers and make meaningful contributions to society.

Other Information

All coursework taken for the English major or minor must be completed with a grade of “C-“ or better.

Student Groups

Sigma Tau Delta (English Honor Society)

Option for Degree Completion--Fast Track Program

The Department of English has developed a Fast Track program for highly qualified and motivated students providing the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in an accelerated time frame.  With Fast Track, students may count up to 9 graduate hours toward the completion of their undergraduate program as well as the graduate degree program.

Program Specifics:

• This program is available for undergraduate students pursuing the BA degree in English desiring to pursue an MA in English
• Students must have completed no less than 60 undergraduate hours
• Students must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.5
• Students must complete the Fast Track Approval form (Advisor, GPC Chair) and obtain all signatures and submit to the Office of Graduate Studies prior to first enrollment in a graduate course
• Students will work with their undergraduate advisor to register for the graduate courses
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to remain in good standing.
• Students remain undergraduates until they meet all the requirements for the undergraduate degree and are eligible for all rights and privileges granted undergraduate status including financial aid

How to apply: Near the end of the undergraduate program, formal application to the graduate program is required. The application fee will be waived, the applicant will need to contact the Office of Graduate Studies for a fee waiver code. Admission to Fast Track does NOT guarantee admission to the graduate program. The admit term must be after the completion term of the undergraduate degree.

Note: Students may enroll in dual-level courses for Fast-Track graduate credit, but not seminars.

Contact

192 Arts and Sciences Hall
402.554.2635

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Degrees Offered

• English, Bachelor of Arts

Minors Offered

• English Minor

Certificates Offered

• Certificate in Course in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Our graduates emerge as versatile professionals sought after by a diverse range of industries, including publishing, non-profits, media networks, marketing firms, and government agencies. Employers, graduate schools, and professional programs recognize the value of English majors for their ability to adapt their expertise in writing, critical analysis, editing, and research to various fields, such as law, business, media, medicine, and public service.

Although the skills gained with an English major are applicable to many fields, English graduates most commonly pursue and succeed in fields such as: