Overview

English students at Duquesne University learn these skills in a program that offers them plenty of room to craft their degree around their interests. Upon graduation, students are prepared for a variety of career paths. Our students have gone on to:

Attend Law School
Attend Masters Programs in English and Creative Writing
Work in the Private Sector
Work for Non-Profits

Degree outcomes

Undergraduates can also major in English Education or Theater Arts. They can minor in English, Film Studies, Creative Writing, or Theater Arts. We also offer an Accelerated Master's Program and many additional Student Opportunities.

Duquesne University offers several travel abroad opportunities and scholarships to English majors

Undergraduate Career Development

The English major provides a strong foundation for a successful career and a future as a life-long learner. Business, government, and nonprofits prize individuals who can think critically, write clearly, and engage with complex ideas, and English majors have all of those skills. The Duquesne English major also instills a strong work ethic, creativity, empathy, curiosity, and an appreciation for the importance of service.

According to a recent study by the Association of American Colleges and Universities, liberal arts students find both mental and financial fulfillment throughout their life. In particular, the study found that by their mid-50s, students with an undergraduate liberal arts degree make more money on average than those who majored in professional or pre-professional areas. Moreover, liberal arts majors are employed at similar rates. Employers value English majors for their ability to provide creative solutions in all sectors, their sharp communication and research skills, as well as their ability to think and write clearly.

As an English major at Duquesne, you will not only have the pleasure of engaging with a wide variety of literary texts and the satisfaction of meeting the rigorous intellectual challenges found in our coursework. You will also be preparing for your future in the workplace.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philosophy and Literature
Writing & Mental Health
SPST: Race and Film
Literature of Crime and Detection
Survey of British Lit
Critical Issues in Literary Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application
Transcripts:
Original or attested copies of official academic records from the last four years of your education.
Credentials should be submitted in the native language with certified English translations and sent directly from the school and/or university you attended.
At least one (1) letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to both your academic and personal strengths
Submit a personal statement of at least 300 words which answers the following questions and includes examples of research, shadowing or volunteering experiences:
What is unique about you?
Why have you chosen this major?
How will Duquesne help you to achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals?
English Language Scores

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

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Out-of-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51068 USD / year

≈ 51068 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for English.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Degree outcomes

Undergraduate Career Development

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

Living costs

Pittsburgh

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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