Overview

The English major at Morehouse College offers three concentrations: Africana Literature and Cultural Studies, Traditional English Studies, and Writing. The program also offers minors in English, and journalism and sports.

The program provides a comprehensive curriculum of traditional and contemporary course selections with robust offerings in the African American and Africana literary traditions.

The faculty is devoted to the teaching of writing across disciplines, including research skills, literary and cultural criticism, creative writing, and journalism.

About the program

Morehouse students must be effective communicators whose abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening reflect their sustained intellectual preparation and commitment to humanistic inquiry.

Courses in communication skills and language represent the effort of the department to meet students’ societal needs and interests and to broaden career opportunities for majors and minors.

English provides a firm foundation for those interested in the fields of law and business or entrepreneurship because of its emphasis on communication skills, critical thinking, and cultural diversity.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Composition

World Literature

Survey of English Literature

Writing Skills Laboratory

History of the English Language

Principles of Speech Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the online application for admission.
Pay the non-refundable application fee.
Submit an official copy of your high school diploma or national/regional exam results.
Two recommendation letters: one from a guidance counselor or teacher and one from a community leader or similar reference
Official SAT or ACT scores are optional but may be submitted if available.
English language proficiency: required for applicants whose first language is not English or who completed secondary education in a country where English is not the primary language of instruction.
Required for applicants requesting a Form I-20 (F-1 Student Visa): a signed affidavit of support, and a certified bank statement from the sponsor showing sufficient funds to cover tuition, fees, living expenses, and other costs (subject to change).
A clear copy of the biographical page of your 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

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year
Out-of-State

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

30122 USD / year

≈ 30122 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

945 - 1751 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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