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English  Program

Now more than ever, employers are looking for extraordinary critical thinkers and communicators who know how to persuade through writing. A bachelor’s degree in English from Hilbert College is a highly versatile degree that sharpens the crucial interpretative, analytic, reasoning and communication skills that are the foundation of many meaningful careers. 

As an English major, you’ll explore a wide range of literary styles and texts; the works of significant authors; and the most world-renowned writers of drama, short stories, novels and poetry. You’ll learn to write persuasively, use compelling rhetorical strategies and refine your oral communication skills, equipping you to make a difference as a communicator and an analytical thinker in organizations you care about.

Benefits of Bachelor’s Degree in English

In today’s ever-evolving global marketplace, those who are most adaptable are most likely to find career success.

A bachelor’s degree in English can serve as a gateway to careers in teaching, technical writing, library science, advertising, communication, journalism, law and public relations, among myriad others. It can also inspire your creative side with opportunities in novel writing, film or playwriting.

An English degree is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in English, law, counseling, business and education. Hilbert graduates go on to graduate school at a rate that’s double the national average. Those who want to apply their English degree to a teaching career can jump-start their graduate studies in education/certification during their senior year at Hilbert through articulation agreements with other local graduate programs.

Specialize Your English Degree With 5 Concentration Options

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career immediately after graduation or wish to continue your graduate study, Hilbert’s five unique concentrations can prepare you for success. Choose from:

  • Creative Studies Concentration—Film
  • Creative Studies Concentration—Writing
  • Graduate School Preparation—Education
  • Graduate School Preparation—Literature
  • Theater Concentration

Our professors bring a depth of theoretical, scholarly and practical experience to the classroom, and Hilbert’s 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio means that you’ll have unmatched personal attention and academic advisement. Our internship program provides opportunities to put your knowledge to work and engage in networking opportunities. Our student interns have worked for radio and television stations, government offices, nonprofit organizations, and libraries, as well as many other sites.

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Anthony Hughes, Ph.D.
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Call: (716) 926-8856
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Bachelor’s Degree in English Careers

English majors are touted in the working world for their ability to effectively execute in communications-related jobs. Whether you want to work in marketing, literary editing, public relations or education, a bachelor’s degree in English can give you the skills to not only land a purpose-driven career after graduation but also seize new opportunities as you continue to evolve professionally and personally.

What Is the Typical Bachelor’s in English Degree Salary?

Check out just a few of the many career paths that our graduates with English degrees can take following their studies at Hilbert:*

 

News Analyst, Reporter or Journalist

Median Salary: $48,370

 
 

Librarian or Library Media Specialist

Median Salary: $61,190

 
 

High-School Teacher

Median Salary: $61,820

 
 

Public Relations Specialist

Median Salary: $62,800

 
 

Editor

Median Salary: $63,350

 
 

Writer/Author

Median Salary: $69,510

 

 *Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Bachelor of Arts in English Degree Job Outlook

No matter where you go with your degree, you can expect to be sought after, with occupations like teacher, writer, librarian and public relations specialist all showing measurable growth potential. Here’s the projected growth for several careers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):

  • Writer: 4% from 2021 to 2023
  • High-School Teacher: 5% from 2021 to 2023
  • Librarian: 6% from 2021 to 2023
  • Public Relations Specialist: 8% from 2021 to 2023

Why Choose Hilbert for Your Bachelor of Arts in English Degree?

At Hilbert, our mission is to welcome you into a community that you can be proud of. You’ll collaborate with peers for personal and professional improvement; learn to extend a hand to those in need; and, most of all, get the skills, connections and resources to amplify goodness in the world. 

In accordance with our commitment to the values of St. Francis of Assisi, we prioritize a sense of service, compassion and integrity in all that we do. As an English major at Hilbert, you’ll discover your place in a community of impassioned change makers devoted to using their education and careers for social good. 

Your education should be on your terms. That’s why we offer day, evening and online courses to fit into your busy schedule. Plus, you can enhance your English major through one of five specializations or by selecting a minor in more than a dozen academic areas.
 

Bachelor’s Degree in English Curriculum 

The English major curriculum is designed to give you a strong liberal arts foundation that can be parlayed into specialized coursework of your choosing. This highly dynamic degree will expose you to a variety of concepts regarding communications, literature, media and more, empowering you to learn what you care about most and apply it toward meaningful action in the world.

English, BA Curriculum

English, BA Curriculum

Freshman Year: Semester One
 EN 101  College Writing 
 GS 101  Writing in Humanities 
 GEN ED  General Education Module 
 GEN ED  General Education Module 
 All College  All College Elective
Freshman Year: Semester Two
 EN 102 Writing in the Humanities 
 GEN ED  General Education Module
 GEN ED  General Education Module
 COM 151  Public Speaking 
 All College  All College Elective 
Sophomore Year: Semester Three
 GEN ED  General Education Module
 GEN ED  General Education Module
 GEN ED  General Education Module
 EN Elective  Lower Level English Elective 
 EN Elective  Literature Survey Course 
Sophomore Year: Semester Four
 GEN ED  General Education Module 
 GEN ED  General Education Module 
 EN Elective  Literature Survey Course 
 EN Elective  American Literature Course
 All College  All College Elective
Junior Year: Semester Five
 GEN ED  General Education Module 
 EN Elective  Literature Survey Elective Course
 EN Elective  Shakespeare Elective Course 
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective
Junior Year: Semester Six
 PS 402   Junior Symposium
 EN Elective  Pre-1800 British Literature Elective
 EN Elective  American Literature Course 
 EN Elective  Poetry Elective 
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective 
Senior Year: Semester Seven
 EN 495  English Capstone
 EN Elective  Genre/Period Elective
 EN Elective  Upper Level English Elective 
 Elective  Upper Level Elective
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective 
Senior Year: Semester Eight
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective 
 Liberal Arts  Liberal Arts Upper Level Elective 
 Elective  Upper Level Elective 
 EN Elective  Upper Level English Elective 
 EN Elective  Upper Level English Elective 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can you do with an English degree?

A bachelor’s degree in English can open doors to careers in teaching, writing, library science, marketing, communication, film and law, or it can be a stepping stone for graduate studies in education, English, literature, library sciences and law.

What is the average English degree salary?

The average annual salary for an individual who holds a bachelor’s degree in English is about $65,000, according to Payscale.

How long is the Bachelor of Arts in English program?

For a full-time student working at a traditional pace, the English degree at Hilbert can be completed in four years.

What are the benefits of earning a Bachelor of Arts in English?

A bachelor’s degree in English is a highly versatile degree that can be applied to practically any industry. If you want to hone your critical thinking, communication and analysis skills, then an English degree is a great choice.

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