Overview

Throughout the English programme from Washington State University you will 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.

Career opportunities:

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

Programme Structure

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

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

Priority deadline for national students: June 1

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Pullman, United States
Vancouver, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to Washington State University as a first-year student, a student needs to complete at least 12 years of school, culminating in an appropriate secondary certificate or external examination. (We may consider the first year or two of university in some countries to be secondary level.)
Schooling should include preparation in humanities, mathematics, basic sciences, and social sciences.
WSU requires a minimum grade point average of 2.70 (on a 4.00 scale) for admission as an international first-year student.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15165 USD / year

≈ 15165 USD / year
Out-of-State

15165 USD / year

≈ 15165 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6341 USD / year

≈ 6341 USD / year

Additional Details

Spokane: $6,322 / $15,158 Vancouver: $6,327 / $15,163 Global (Online): $6,217 / $6,718

Living costs

Pullman

United States

904 - 1507 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career opportunities:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Pullman

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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