Program Overview
English, B.A.
The English program at Saint Louis University engages students in the world of literature and the art of language. Students encounter diverse perspectives and learn to read their place in the world. Award-winning English faculty train students to think critically and creatively, write with precision and style, and analyze how language shapes culture.
Overview
Through courses in literature, creative writing, and rhetoric, as well as personalized mentorship, Bachelor of Arts in English students reimagine what their futures might hold. The program emphasizes writing, analytical rigor, and creativity, preparing students for varied careers.
Curriculum Overview
The English major is flexible and student-centered, with small classes emphasizing discussion, critical thinking, and reflection. A spine of four required courses brings majors together as a cohort to explore foundational questions. Students craft their own paths through the rest of the major, following their passions in literary studies, creative writing, and rhetorical studies.
Fieldwork and Research Opportunities
The English department offers opportunities for students to supplement their regular course of study with research experiences, internships, and community-based learning. Students can pursue literary and rhetorical studies in small, rigorous settings and conduct distinctive scholarly research.
Careers
Students who study English receive a solid foundation for professions that require excellent analytical and communication skills and a creative spirit. English graduates have worked as editors, teachers, lawyers, and consultants, and have pursued careers in marketing, business, and government.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to the English program, applicants must be graduating from an accredited high school or have an acceptable HiSET exam score or take the General Education Development (GED) test. Transfer students must submit transcripts from all previously attended colleges.
Tuition
Tuition per year is $56,960, with additional charges applying. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their costs.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Saint Louis University offers scholarships and financial aid to help students finance their education. Students can apply for merit-based scholarships and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based aid.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, students must complete a minimum of 120 credits, including the University Undergraduate Core curriculum requirements and major requirements. Students must achieve at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average and complete at least 50% of their coursework through Saint Louis University or an approved study-abroad program.
Concentrations
The English major offers concentrations in Creative Writing, Research Intensive English, and Rhetoric, Writing, and Technology. Students can choose to pursue one of these concentrations or complete the general BA in English.
Creative Writing Concentration
The Creative Writing concentration requires 9 credits of ENGL courses at the 3000- and/or 4000-level with the Creative Writing attribute. Students can choose from courses such as Creative Writing: Poetry, Creative Writing: Fiction, and The Craft of Creative Writing.
Research Intensive English Concentration
The Research Intensive English concentration requires two ENGL courses at the 4000-level with the Research Intensive English attribute. Students can choose from courses such as Senior Honors Project and Research Intensive English Seminars.
Rhetoric, Writing, and Technology Concentration
The Rhetoric, Writing, and Technology concentration requires four ENGL courses at the 3000- or 4000-level with the Rhetoric, Writing, and Technology attribute. Students can choose from courses such as Public Writing, Conflict Writing, and New Media Writing.
Roadmaps
The English department provides roadmaps for students to plan their coursework and ensure they meet the graduation requirements. Roadmaps are available for the general English major, as well as for each concentration.
SLU-Madrid
The English program is also offered at Saint Louis University's Madrid campus. Students can study English in a global context, taking advantage of Madrid's cultural resources and internships. The program is excellent preparation for graduate work in English and teaching, as well as for careers in editing, law, medicine, and journalism.
Faculty
The faculty at Saint Louis University-Madrid are experts in their respective fields, with international recognition as teachers, researchers, and mentors.
Fieldwork, Internships, and Careers
The English program at SLU-Madrid provides students with a global perspective on literature in English, as well as opportunities for internships and career development. Students can take advantage of Europe's cultural resources, traveling to London, Dublin, and other cities to enrich their understanding of key movements in literature.