Overview

English majors take a variety of courses in writing, literature, and language- all of which are designed to enhance students skills in oral and written communication. Literature courses help students develop the ability to read and interpret literature critically as well as the ability to appreciate literature and respond to it intellectually, aesthetically, and effectively.

The study of literature will help students understand their own cultural heritage as well as the cultural heritage of others. Language and writing courses will enhance students’ sensitivity to and understanding of language as well as improve their skills in written communication: invention, drafting, revising, editing, and polishing.

The English program offered by McKendree University combines unique, hands-on learning experiences with the development of skills in research, critical analysis, and effective communication. English majors have numerous opportunities to have their scholarly or creative work published as they hone their skills as writers.

Key Facts

English is an excellent pre-professional major in such fields as law, medicine, business, federal service, and publishing. The skills in writing, critical thinking, and analysis learned by the English major provide a solid preparation for the prospective writer, editor, lawyer, teacher, public relations worker, and advertising or business executive.

Our alumni have found jobs as:

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Communication Specialists
Editors
Grant Writers
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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ways of Reading

American
Literature

Topics in Shakespeare

Foreign Language

British Romanticism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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More details

You are invited to apply as early as August 1 preceding your senior year of high school.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mascoutah, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need to complete and submit an application for First Year admission.
You will need to submit an official copy of your secondary school transcripts and completion certificate. All transcripts must be translated into the English language.

Proof of English:

TOEFL Paper Based - 520
Computer Based - 190
Internet Based - 70
IELTS 6.0
SAT Critical Reading - 500
ACT English - 20

Optional:

Essay
Recommendation Letter

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

33980 USD / year

≈ 33980 USD / year
Out-of-State

33980 USD / year

≈ 33980 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33980 USD / year

≈ 33980 USD / year

Living costs

Mascoutah

United States

1100 - 1500 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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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

Mascoutah

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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