English Major
What does an English major do?
An English major studies both the language itself and its cultural influence, written and spoken. As an English major, you will be required to read and study various forms of literature and complete many writing projects.
What types of jobs do English majors take after graduation?
There are a variety of career paths available to English majors, including:
- Teacher/Professor
- Journalist
- Author
- Editor
- Researcher
- Freelance Writer
- Public Relations
- Advertising
What degree do English majors pursue?
Most English majors pursue at least a Bachelor’s Degree in English, and may go on to pursue a Master’s Degree or Doctorate in English.
How much does an English program cost?
School costs vary widely, depending on the type of school you choose and what type of program you are pursing. You can find average school costs for public English colleges and private English colleges in our compare colleges section.
How do I pay for an English program?
Whether you are paying for an undergraduate or graduate English program, it’s important that you complete the FAFSA and review your financial aid options. You should start by trying to obtain college scholarships and college grants (free money) to pay for your English program. Then use federal student loans, such as the Federal Stafford Loan. If free money and federal loans are not enough to pay for your English program, you can begin to research private student loans to cover the remainder of your school costs.
What is the average salary for English majors?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median annual wages for salaried writers and authors in May 2008 were $53,070 and $49,990 for editors1.
An English major generally possesses the following skill sets:
- Communication skills
- Writing skills
- Reading skills