Overview

With the guidance of faculty advisors, students in the English Language and Literature from the Benedictine University build upon this foundation by selecting courses that provide exposure to a wide range of periods, authors, genres, and critical methodologies. Majors and minors alike develop their analytical abilities, strengthen their oral and written communication skills, and gain a heightened awareness of the literary legacy of diverse cultures and traditions.

Careers

Our alumni work in a wide variety of fields including marketing, technical writing, law, teaching, social work, speech therapy and digital/online learning. They have also attended graduate and professional schools such as Northwestern University, University of Rochester, New York University, Loyola University Chicago, Georgetown University Law Center, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and Chicago-Kent College of Law.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Literature

African-American Literature

Advanced Academic and Nonfiction Writing

The Nineteenth Century: Victorian Scandal

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Benedictine University has rolling admissions and does not have a deadline for accepting new applications for the fall semester.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature British Studies View 1295 other Bachelors in Literature in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

Apply to Benedictine University

Transcripts and Test Scores for International Students

A personal statement

A high school guidance counselor letter of recommendation

Seventh semester transcripts

Tuition Fee

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International

34290 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34290 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34290 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34290 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

34290 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34290 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Lisle

1100 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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 Language and Literature.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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