Overview

Few skills are more valuable in today’s workforce than the ability to think analytically and communicate clearly. An English degree at the University of New Orleans will prepare you for a huge range of career paths, from journalism and education to public relations and publishing. And you’ll be able to follow your love for words, stories, and ideas—all while moving closer to your full potential as a reader, writer, and thinker.

Career Opportunities

Most majors prepare you for one pre-determined path, but an English major prepares you for a wide variety of careers in such fields as:

Publishing

Journalism

Education

Creative Writing

Marketing and Communications

Advertising

Technical Writing

Public Relations

Politics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Major American Writers
African-American Literature
Advanced Creative Nonfiction Writing
Reading Drama
Reading Poetry
International Film As Literary Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-07 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-14 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-10 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Orleans, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

100

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Financial Support Form
Official high school transcripts must be sent directly from the school. The transcripts must be in the original language, accompanied by an official English translation.
Must have achieved at least a 2.5 core GPA, as calculated by UNO Admissions.

In addition, students must have the minimum ACT/SAT scores:

Math Test Scores: ACT 19 or SAT 510
English Test Scores: ACT 18 or SAT 500 (Evidence-based Reading & Writing)

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

14290 USD / year

≈ 14290 USD / year
Out-of-State

14290 USD / year

≈ 14290 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9454 USD / year

≈ 9454 USD / year

Living costs

New Orleans

United States

1125 - 2151 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

Living costs

New Orleans

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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