Overview

The State University of New York Plattsburgh B.A. in English Language Arts provides a sound foundation for teaching literature in its rich diversity at the high school level. Our curriculum provides all the New York state subject area requirements for English 7–12 certification. After completing an M.S.T. program (in as few as three additional semesters), you will be eligible for initial certification — and, after three years of teaching experience, professional certification.

Because the ELA major allows 30 to 40 credits of elective work, you are free to select a second major, a minor, or the Professional Writing Certificate. That so many of our students become great teachers speaks for itself.

Key facts

The English language arts major retains the versatility of any English major, so if you decide that teaching is not your best path, other options for ELA majors include jobs in health services, public relations, law, nonprofits, marketing, library science, communications, editing, publishing, advertising, and other fields requiring writing, reading, and thinking skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Film and Literature
The Pleasures of the Text: Interpreting Literature
Writing Poetry & Creative Nonfiction
Fiction and Drama
New Media
Grammar for Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

More details

We are on rolling admission and do not have specific deadlines for submitting an application.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plattsburgh, 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

We are looking for a solid, college-preparatory background. In New York state high schools, that means Regents or Common Core coursework.

Successful applicants have an academic average of “B” or better. Students with good courses, but “C+” grades may be considered as “borderline”.

All first-year applicants should submit a recommendation from a school counselor and/or teacher.

Essays are an applicant’s opportunity to communicate to admissions in their own voice.

Applicants are encouraged to submit supplemental information regarding leadership experience, activities, community service, employment, etc., as well as any additional details regarding extenuating circumstances that might have affected academic performance.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

16980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8490 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

16980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8490 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

7070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3535 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Plattsburgh

924 - 2014 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

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