Overview

Strong writing, communication and analytical skills are among the top traits employers look for. As an English graduate at Pennsylvania Western University, you'll learn how to write at a professional level, express your ideas clearly and creatively, and read the work of others with a critical eye.

Real-world know-how: PennWest California English professors are actively publishing in their fields. They will teach you how best to position yourself for a career and how to monetize your writing.

Career Support: PennWest California prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge, integrity, character and experience. With the help of the Career and Professional Development Center, we'll connect you to potential employers through networking events, job shadowing opportunities, on-campus recruiting, job and internship fairs, and organizational visits.

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From Shakespeare to digital storytelling, this four-year bachelor's degree program takes a comprehensive approach to the study of language, literature and writing.

In addition to core English courses, all undergraduate English majors choose a concentration in order to hone their expertise in journalism, creative writing or literature.

For students interested in teaching English, PennWest California also offers a Bachelor of Science in Education with a certification in English to teach grades 7-12.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Grammar and Usage

History of English Language

Linguistics

Advanced Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, 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

Application fee.

Official high school transcript (or GED certificate and scores).

SAT or American College Test (ACT) scores (may be waived for applicants who have been out of high school for at least two years).

Letter(s) of recommendation (optional).

A personal essay (optional).

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

11574 USD / year

≈ 11574 USD / year
Out-of-State

11574 USD / year

≈ 11574 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7716 USD / year

≈ 7716 USD / year

Living costs

California

United States

1570 - 2658 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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Overview

Gain a broad understanding. Focus on your interests.

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

California

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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