Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Minor

Department

English

Why an English Degree From Le Moyne?

Great works of literature capture your imagination and take you to places you’ve never been – so does the Le Moyne English program. Step back in time to medieval England or the American Jazz Age of the 1920s. Follow superheroes as they save imaginary cities and journey into the multiverse.

As an English major at Le Moyne, you’ll analyze fiction, poetry, films and plays – past to present – and find the inspiration to write your own. You’ll refine your writing skills and learn to use the power of language to communicate ideas and different points of view. Whether you concentrate in literature or creative writing, you will become a skilled researcher, writer, critical thinker and problem solver – ready to follow your passion wherever it may lead you.

Alumni with an undergraduate degree in English from Le Moyne work in many different fields, including advertising, communications, education, journalism, law, publishing and more.

A Love of Literature Meets a Core Curriculum

An English degree from Le Moyne will prepare you for just about any job. You’ll study philosophy, world civilizations, poetry, drama and film. Your writing and research skills will set you up with a versatile skill set to follow your passions.

English Graduate Degree

If you are considering becoming a teacher, Le Moyne offers a couple of five-year pathway programs that will help you continue your studies to earn your undergraduate and graduate degrees within five years.

English Minors

From professional writing to film to medieval studies, the English department offers a wide range of minors to diversify your studies based on your interests.

English Courses

In your English course of study, you’ll learn about major authors and literary genres. Choose other courses of interest, such as Harlem Renaissance, The Invention of Print and Reinvention of English Literature, Women as Art/Women as Artists, Introduction to Children’s Literature and The Films of Alfred Hitchcock.

From poets to Irish literature experts to Virginia Woolf scholars, the English department at Le Moyne will share their professional and research experiences with you, inspiring you every day.

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Explore Beyond the Heights

Take advantage of exciting opportunities to travel to Paris or London in literature courses based on works written and set in these cities.

English Careers & Median Salaries

$115,278 Attorney

$127,830 Brand Manager

$73,080 Editor

$62,231 Journalist

$80,168 Public Relations Specialist

Refine your writing skills and learn to use the power of language to communicate ideas and different points of view

Being an English major prepared me to comprehend large amounts of information on a variety of topics. My career has included professional sports, freelance writing, nonprofit development, and public service. I cannot think of another course of study that would have allowed me so many different opportunities”

Eileen Weir, ’90, former Mayor of Independence, MO; former manager of public information and media services for the NFL’s Kansas City Chiefs

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