1.0k Bachelor's degrees in Literature in United States

The success of the German program from Amherst College is documented by the percentage of our majors who are accepted to leading graduate school programs; teach or take jobs in a German-speaking country; win domestic or international scholarships (such as Fulbright, Kellogg, German Academic Exchange Service etc.).  

The Literary Studies major at the University of Indianapolis was designed to provide students with a comprehensive look at English literature, drama, poetry and composition.

Greek from Sewanee The University Of The South prepares students to investigate the literature and culture of the Greco-Roman world, enabling them not only to appreciate the texts but also to interrogate them critically. Students take part in a dynamic dialogue whose roots in ancient culture continue to provide a foundation for confronting today's pressing issues.

The study of literature and culture in a comparative context, in the Comparative Literary Traditions concentration at University of Dallas provides a rich environment for the development of a perceptive, well-rounded reader, writer, and thinker.

The English programme of Rutgers University offers courses dedicated to the study of writing in English from around the world, across historical periods and from a variety of critical perspectives.

As one of the international languages of cooking, fashion, theater, the visual arts, dance, architecture, and the sciences, French is a major player in global communication and an important asset in the global job market. This French major is offered at Lafayette College.

At Francophone Studies (French) from St. Lawrence University, students can study languages that are spoken on every continent: French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Arabic and Swahili.

The English and American Literature programme at Fairleigh Dickinson University offers a comprehensive undergraduate education. This bachelor degree is delivered through a public study mode, focusing on deep literary analysis and cultural history. Students engage with diverse texts to develop critical thinking and communication skills.

Jewish Studies, taught at Bard College explores the many facets of the Jewish experience, with course offerings ranging across several millennia and continents.

The major in World Literatures at the Smith College enables students to learn languages and engage with at least two literary and cultural traditions studied in their original languages or in translation.

In the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Fordham University, you’ll study Spanish Language and Literature—the focus of our program—from medieval through postmodern times. You’ll master grammar and usage—and develop a thorough understanding of Hispanic culture.

The English (Honors) program at California State University Northridge is designed for students who desire to concentrate in one of the different fields subsumed under the broader category of English.

The English and Literary Arts programme at the University of Denver offers a comprehensive BA degree. Students engage in full-time study on campus, developing critical and creative expertise. This undergraduate course combines historical text analysis with contemporary writing practice, typically completed over four years of study.

The French BA program from San José State University prepares students to demonstrate knowledge of major periods, genres, authors, movements of French and Francophone cultural history.

The Japanese program sets you up for incredible academic experiences and pairs well with other fields of study at University of Notre Dame.

The Comparative Literature programme at San Diego State University is a public bachelor degree designed for students who wish to explore diverse cultural works. This undergraduate course focuses on developing analytical reading and persuasive writing skills through the study of historical and contemporary literary traditions.

After the English - Professional and Technical Writing BA program from San José State University, students will be able to write quality manuals, reports, and web updates; write clear business reports and promotional materials; communicate effectively both with consumers and within the company; and understand each step of the publication process. 

The Comparative Literature program at Bryn Mawr College is one of the bi-college (Bryn Mawr and Haverford) programs and draws on the diverse teaching and research interests of the faculty at the two colleges. Our allied faculty includes professors in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Classics, Chinese, Arabic, philosophy, film studies, creative writing, music, and theater. 

The English Language and Literature program at the Smith College aims to teach all the students it serves, both majors and non-majors, to write and speak well and to read skillfully, thoughtfully and with pleasure.

In the B.A. English - Literature and Writing Major offered by Ohio University, students develop 21st-century skills in analysis and writing by engaging in critical dialogue with the traditions, conventions, and cultural contexts of British and American literary texts.