English Major
Benefits and Distinctives
- Develop the comprehensive ability to read, write, and analyze well.
- Foster critical-thinking skills transferable to all areas of life.
- Learn to value and enjoy the world’s literature.
Career Opportunities
- Business
- Ministry
- Counseling
- Primary, secondary, and collegiate teaching
- Editing/writing
- Public relations
- Educational administration
- Publishing
- Law
What About Internship and Graduate School Opportunities?
English majors have pursued graduate degrees at institutions including Baylor University; Stanford University; University of Southern California; Purdue University; University of California, Los Angeles; and Claremont Graduate University. Many students majoring in English participate in internships in areas including publishing, education, and library services.
“The English department at APU is very personable and supportive of the writer, teacher, and literary enthusiast. There are so many opportunities inside and outside of the classroom to pursue interests related to this field.”
Danielle Pruitt ’06
English
Note: This information is current for the 2008-09 academic year. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
