Earn your Bachelor of Arts in English online from Marshall University and explore the power of language, literature, and critical thinking. This flexible program prepares you for a variety of career paths, including writing, editing, education, and communications, while honing your analytical and creative skills.
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English students may choose to focus on the following concentrations: Literary Studies, Creative Writing, Professional Writing, English Education Content, or a Generalist.
Our dedicated and award-winning faculty include nationally renowned writers and scholars, who not only help our students refine their skills, but also provide one-on-one attention to help navigate the process of getting published.
Marshall’s Department of English is a member of the Association of Writers & Writing Programs, a national organization that includes more than 550 college and university creative writing programs.
A bachelor’s degree in English is a practical choice, considering the variety of jobs for English majors. Any field that requires clear communication—oral or written—and critical thinking is a great fit for an English major.
- Author
- Business owner
- Editor
- Journalist
- Lawyer
- Professional and technical writer
- Teacher
