Overview

The critical thinking and research skills acquired in the literature and film criticism emphasis will prepare you for a wide variety of personal and professional goals, ranging from graduate or professional school to teaching literature and language in the higher education classroom, or any other disciplines requiring a strong background in critical reading, research, and writing. 

You’ll complete a senior capstone or directed study with a faculty mentor. Several English literature and film criticism students have presented at conferences and opportunities exist for specialized study in British, American, or world literature, as well as film.

You'll also have these opportunities:

You'll be eligible for some of the more than $42,000 in scholarships awarded by the English Department each year. There also are paid positions available if you want to tutor English.
Create something meaningful: You can help produce the Inscape literary magazine, help plan the Literature Festival for children in grades 5-12 from across Kansas, and your work can contribute to the field at conferences.
Study abroad opportunities are encouraged!
English - Literature and Film Criticism majors have a strong and active community on campus. Join in as soon as you get to Washburn University.
Internship opportunities are rich and varied. Work with your advisor early so you can tailor your experience to your interest.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary College Math
English Studies
Social Science General Education
Natural Science General Education
English Grammar and Linguistics
Advanced Composition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

Film Studies Language Studies Literature View 2641 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

If you meet one of the following criteria you will be granted admission:

A high school GPA ≥ 2.25 OR;
ACT composite score ≥ 21.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application for admission

official ACT or SAT scores (only required if you’re under 21)*

official high school transcripts

Pay a one-time, $20 non-refundable application fee

While ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, if you have previously taken the test we prefer to have your scores on file for advising purposes and potential scholarship increases (scores will not negatively impact your admission status nor scholarship earning potential).

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

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Out-of-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year

Living costs

Topeka

United States

900 - 1400 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for English - Literature and Film Criticism.

Available Scholarships

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Programme Structure

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Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Topeka

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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