English

College of Arts and Sciences

Department of English

Learn the literature, technologies, and cultural functions of the English language, develop creative, professional and analytical writing skills, and explore the use of print and electronic media.

Campuses:

  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Pullman
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

Degree Types:

  • Bachelor's
  • Certificate
  • Doctorate
  • Master's
  • Minor

Highlights

  • LandEscapes undergraduate literary arts journal and the Blood Orange Review, a nationally recognized literary journal, provide hands-on learning opportunities and outlets for publication
  • Flexible curriculum lets you focus on areas of interest or pursue second majors 
  • The Avery Microcomputer Lab, a multimedia microcomputer facility operated on the Pullman campus 
  • Participate in undergraduate research and creative activities guided by renowned faculty   
  • Internships and certificate programs prepare you for careers after graduation 

Specializations

Creative Writing (Pullman) focuses on poetry, fiction, and nonfiction prose and prepares you for careers in editing and publishing.   

Integrative Studies allows you to integrate courses from other English specializations. (Pullman) 

Linguistics focuses on the study of literature, anthropology, mathematics, and philosophy with language at its core. (Pullman) 

Literary Studies emphasizes literature, critical thinking, and writing, preparing you for a graduate education in English or literary studies, as well as careers in editing and publishing. (Pullman | Vancouver | Tri-Cities) 

Rhetoric and Professional Writing prepares you for careers in business, public service, law, or higher education. (Pullman | Vancouver | Tri-Cities | Global) 

Teaching prepares you for teaching language and literature in secondary education. (Pullman | Vancouver) 

Career

With an English degree, you can work in:   

  • Publishing, editing, and technical and creative writing 
  • Journalism and activism 
  • Marketing and public relations 
  • Teaching 
  • Nonprofits and government agencies 
  • Human resources 
  • Local, state, or federal government  
  • Law 

Transfer Students

WSU accepts credit from Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and CLEP exams, associate degrees, Running Start and more.  

You’re considered a transfer student at WSU if you’ve received college credit post-high school.  

Use our Transfer Course Search Tool to determine what courses you need to take at your current institution to transition to WSU smoothly. 

Admission to WSU and admission to your desired major are two separate processes. Contact your academic department for specific requirements and prerequisites unique to your major.   

Scholarships

Complete the General Scholarship Application to be eligible for 700+ WSU scholarship programs, including ones specifically for a major you’re interested in. Use our search tool to find more scholarships outside WSU.  

Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) to be considered for scholarships, grants, loans, and other forms of aid. 

Internships, Jobs, and Work-study

Find hundreds of student-friendly jobs, internships, and work-study opportunities with our WSU student job board, Handshake. You can also check with departments for internships specific to a major. 

Get advice and learn more at the Academic Success and Career Center. 

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Degree Options

English

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver
  • Tri-Cities
  • Global Campus (Online)

English

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver

Humanities

  • Pullman

Linguistics

  • Pullman

Creative Writing

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver

Professional Writing

  • Pullman
  • Vancouver

English Language Arts Teaching Certification

  • Pullman

Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate

  • Pullman

Editing and Publishing Certificate

  • Pullman

Professional Writing Certificate

  • Pullman
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

Science Writing Certificate

  • Pullman

Professional Science and Technology Writing Certificate

  • Global Campus (Online)
  • Tri-Cities
  • Vancouver

Social and Environmental Justice

  • Vancouver

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