Overview

The English program undergraduates at the University of Central Missouri complete intensive work in writing and research — two important skills for the 21st century.

Literature majors gain broad exposure to the history of English literature and share their analyses with each other. You’ll read everything from medieval romances to modern dystopias — from Shakespeare’s Hamlet to Langston Hughes’ Harlem and from Jane Austen’s England to Toni Morrison’s America.

Creative Writing majors practice storytelling in various forms. Try out different genres of self-expression and cultivate your unique voice. Develop your craft as a future published novelist, poet or other type of writer. Take our Practicum in Editing and Publishing for an exciting introduction to the world of literary editing.

Career

A BA in English is an asset for any career that you might pursue — from business to teaching. Graduates from the University of Central Missouri thrive in a wide range of fulfilling jobs. Our English alumni currently hold jobs in advertising, publishing, law, public relations, entertainment and many other fields.

UCM’s bachelor’s degree in English can also pave your path to academia. Half of our alumni continue to graduate school, and many have been accepted into competitive MFA programs in Creative Writing. Other alumni hold teaching assistantships in graduate programs and have earned admission into PhD programs at prestigious universities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Reading Poetry and Drama

Reading Fiction

Critical Approaches to Literature

Chaucer

Renaissance English Writers

Old and Middle English Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

They recommend submitting your application 3-4 months in advance of the posted deadline.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Warrensburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the International Student Application

Pay the non-refundable $75 application fee

Prove English proficiency

Provide financial support letter

Provide a bank statement with adequate funds

Official Transcripts

Photocopy of passport

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

19370 USD / year

≈ 19370 USD / year
Out-of-State

19370 USD / year

≈ 19370 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10460 USD / year

≈ 10460 USD / year

Living costs

Warrensburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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

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Overview

Career

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

Warrensburg

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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