Bachelor of Arts in English

Department of English

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts in English

Department of English

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

On-Campus

Program

120 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Full-Time, In-State Tutition

$5,010 Per Semester

Free Books

for All Students

EKU
College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences
Department of English
Bachelor of Arts in English

← Department of English

Cultivate Curiosity and Prepare for a Variety of Rewarding Careers

We strive to foster creativity and critical thinking, and equip our students with the analytical, research, writing, and editing skills they need for rewarding careers and success in leading graduate programs. Students majoring in English develop many in-demand, transferable skills valued by a range of employers. Our program offers a wide variety of courses – Appalachian literature to Shakespeare, science fiction, digital design, composition, and rhetoric.

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Career Outlook

The skills acquired in the study of English offer a wide range of professional opportunities in writing, education, communication, media business, government, and more. Our majors go on to careers in education, publishing, and technology, as well as graduate programs in creative writing, law, literature, composition and rhetoric, and teaching.

Job Titles Include:

Technical Writer
Editor
Web content developer or web writer
Librarian
Director of communications
Freelance writing instructor
Instructional designer

EKU English graduates have found employment in multiple fields.

Employers Include:

Eastern Kentucky University Communications and Brand Management
The University of Kentucky Libraries
ServPro Restoration Services
The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning
Eastern Kentucky University Instructional Design Center

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
Interviewing tips and coaching
Career documents review
Job search

Why EKU?

Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
No application fee
Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
Small class size and individualized attention
Earn your Master’s degree faster through our dual degree option
Award-winning faculty regarded as experts in their field

Dual Degree Option

Earn Your Bachelor’s & Master’s in as few as 5 Years
The 3+2 BA English + MA English & Writing Professions offers an accelerated pathway to complete your MA English & Writing Professions degree!

Benefits:

Enroll in up to nine hours of graduate courses that will apply to both your undergraduate and graduate degree
Pay undergraduate tuition rates for the graduate coursework
Gain advanced knowledge in the desired subject area

Minors & Certificates

Select from a wide range of minors, allowing you to explore interests or make use of prior credits. Suggested minors available for this program include:

Appalachian Studies
Broadcasting & Electronic Media

View the full list of minors available.

You can also choose from numerous undergraduate certificates in specialty areas that complement and enhance your major as you work toward your degree. Suggested certificates for this program include:

Communication Studies
Dispute Resolution

View the full list of certificates available for completion as you earn your degree.

Curriculum & Enrollment

EKU’s faculty strive to provide an engaging environment and a curriculum that challenges students to grow and meet their full potential and successfully enter fulfilling careers.

A minimum of 120 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

B.A. in English

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 90 hours of credit from accredited institutions. Please note that a minimum of 30 credit hours in this degree program must be completed at Eastern Kentucky University.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

Term	Application Deadline	Classes Begin
Fall	August 1	August
Spring	December 1	January
Summer	May 1	May

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit any required materials electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to our college enrollment counselor today.

Kelsi Butcher

College Enrollment Counselor

859-622-2705
kelsi.butcher@eku.edu

Schedule an Appointment

CLASS Advising Information for Current Students

Additional Contact Info

Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345

Student Stories & Features

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Kaitlyn Taylor

EKU English Teaching Graduate

Earning this degree aided my career by showing me the types of literature to teach along with how to teach. I have experience not only studying the English content (i.e. grammar, literature, etc.) but also studying specific teaching techniques that I use in my career today. My favorite part of being an EKU student was building connections with peers and professors that I am still in touch with today.

Kelsey Goode

EKU English and Professional Writing Graduate

I think the most surprising aspect of being an English major is how much that can translate into other career fields. I am a sales Manager for a restoration company, and there are so many qualities that I learned from my time being an English student that I utilize in my career today. Never let a certain stigma keep you from studying something you love, but you will be surprised where it can lead you.

Darian Bianco

EKU English Literature, BA & Creative Writing, MFA Graduate

The EKU faculty, especially in the English department, are the best part of EKU. They are understanding, kind, hard-working, and are always there to support you when you need them. I look at many of past professors as mentors whom I respect to this day. They always have your back, even once you’re an alumni!

B.A. in English Teaching

Common Job Titles: english teacher

Modalities: on-campus

Credit Hours: 120

B.A. in History

Common Job Titles: public, historian, librarian, attorney/paralegal

Modalities: on-campus

Credit Hours: 120

Contact Information

Department of English

521 Lancaster Avenue
106 Beckham Hall
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-5861
Fax: 859-622-3156
kathy.mounts@eku.edu

Department Directory

Bachelor of Arts in English

Department of English

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts in English

Department of English

College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences