- Any LITR (15 hours)
- Any LITR or COMP (3 hours)
- The following do not count toward the minor:
- COMP 1010, COMP 1020, LITR 1010
What Will I Learn?
You will:
- Study rigorous and engaging literature courses
- Gain breadth and depth – study centuries of literature and dive into a favorite author’s work
- Sharpen your writing and communication skills
- Expand and purify your imagination
- Immerse yourself in community and attend special events such as watching a play at Geva Theatre
- Be mentored by professors and alumni
Program Highlights
CRITICAL AND ANALYTICAL THINKING
Sharpen your sword and apply your skills to any industry.
SHAPE YOUR WORLDVIEW
Forge your path forward, informed by those who have come before us.
4+1 ACCELERATED MASTER’S
Earn your initial certification Master’s in Education in one year.
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Internships
- Pastoral Intern
- Human Resources at Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Student Teaching
Careers
- Writer/Editor
- English Teacher
- Librarian
- Counselor
- Brand Strategist
- Web Designer
- Senior Pastor
- Videographer/Editor
- Property Manager
Grad Schools
- Roberts Wesleyan University
- University of Rhode Island
- Syracuse University
- Duke Divinity University
- McMaster Divinity College
- University of Cincinnati
- Emerson College
- SUNY Brockport
My aim in getting an English degree is to learn everything I can about what makes a good story. That includes studying the best writers of the past. I have the opportunity to endlessly analyze literature, an experience that is rewarding in more ways than one.
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Minor Options
Minor Requirements
Students wishing to graduate with a minor must complete at least 18 semester hours in a selected
discipline. Specific minor requirements are listed within the departmental sections of this catalog. In
order to earn a minor when some of the coursework is also required by their major, students must take
at least nine hours unique to the minor. In order for a transfer student to earn a minor offered by Roberts, the student must earn at least nine hours at Roberts.
Creative Writing Summer Camp
Spend a week thinking and training yourself to work as a professional creative writer. Learn new writing strategies and engage in multiple genres to explore what areas of strength you may want to develop further. Resources and daily writing prompts are provided to allow students a challenging but caring environment to grow as an artist and creative writer.
Scholarships may be available.
Frequently Asked Questions
An English degree involves studying some of the most famous authors of all time. It allows you to craft your own views of the world, as you draw inspiration from literature.
As an English major, you will dabble in topics like American literature, world literature, the novel, children’s and adolescent literature, major authors, and more.
English majors read broadly and learn to write pointedly and passionately. They learn to ask what the most incisive and creative minds have asked and to discern—amidst a Christian community—how to stay true to God and themselves in a confusing world. And of course they write. English majors become skilled at organizing heaps of information; they learn how to change people’s minds. Not every graduate has these skills anymore, and many employers seek to hire such people.
Studying English can help you acquire important skills, such as:
- Learning to read in an efficient and careful manner – helping you to notice things others may miss.
- The ability to write in a coherent and clear way.
- Being able to think outside yourself, consider others’ points of views, and feel empathy for others.
What can I do with an English degree?
An English degree can open the door to many job opportunities. Some examples include:
- English Teachers
- Library Occupations
- Management
- Writers and Authors
- Editors
- Lawyers
- Brand Strategists
- Professors
- Radio Broadcasters
- Researchers
How much do English majors make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for those with an English degree was $51,000 in 2019. Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, level, field, and position.
Can I meet with an English professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price for 2026-2027:
$55,781
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$23,345
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
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ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
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