Overview

The English major offered by Lesley University develops this broader literary, cultural, and personal knowledge but also cultivates those capacities and skills so important to any future profession. The close analysis of texts develops the ability to respond critically to the written word and the ideas it conveys; the attention given to writing different kinds and lengths of papers (culminating in a piece of original research in the senior year) develops the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in written form; the emphasis on discussion and oral presentations helps develop the ability to speak cogently and with ease within and before groups.

Outcomes of the English Major:

Students will be demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in English and American literatures
Students will demonstrate research skills appropriate to the discipline, including the following:
ability to posit a succinct and arguable thesis
ability to organize and analyze evidence from multiple sources
ability to adhere to genre and disciplinary conventions
Students will demonstrate conversancy with different schools and methods of literary interpretation
Students will develop the ability to communicate effectively and clearly in written and oral assignments
Students will apply their skills in an appropriate internship setting

Students will explore opportunities for graduate study as indicated by number of students applying to graduate programs

Gain Skills and Expertise

Dive into some of the greatest literature ever written.
Find your voice through written assignments and oral presentations.
Argue your point of view persuasively and be able to back it up with facts.
Organize and analyze research from many sources.
Understand the different types and styles of literature.

Engage with different literary theories and interpretations.

Careers

Alumni go on to rewarding jobs in a variety of fields, and often pursue graduate study to enhance their careers.Career Paths

Writing & Editing
Publishing
Journalism
Business & Communications
Education

Programme Structure

Courses include:

English Literature I (700-1800)

English Literature II (1800 - Present)

American Literature

Junior Writing Seminar on Works of a Major Author

Senior Seminar with Critical Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-17 00:00:00 , National

More details

Fall (international students): rolling admissions but applications will be accepted through July

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, 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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105

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Official Transcripts

Letter of Recommendation

Standardized Test Scores

Advanced Placement (AP) scores or International Baccalaureate

English Language Proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34826 USD / year

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Out-of-State

34826 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

34826 USD / year

≈ 34826 USD / year

Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

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Overview

Outcomes of the English Major:

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

Cambridge

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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