Overview

With a bachelor’s in English and Professional Writing degree from University of Bridgeport, you’ll be prepared to enter a diverse workforce with endless career opportunities. You’ll learn effective oral and written communication skills and master concepts critical to your professional success, such as reading comprehension, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. When you graduate, you’ll be confident in your ability to achieve a rewarding career in writing, editing, content creation, and more!

Become Career-Ready With a Bachelor’s Degree from University of Bridgeport.

In addition to your core classes, you’ll grow skills in collaboration, communication, creativity, time management, and problem-solving while taking courses in humanities, mathematics, and the natural and social sciences. Developing these soft skills is critical to a successful

Possible career outcomes:

Communications specialist
Content strategist
Copywriter
Editor
Educator
Freelance writer
Grant writer
Technical writer
And more!

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Masterpieces of World Literature

Modern African American Literature

Fiction

Drama

Poetry

Professional Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National Applicants: We accept applications on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgeport, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Creative Writing View 2885 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

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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 Form

Academic records transcripts

At least one letter of recommendation

An essay or personal statement of purpose

Resume

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

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Bridgeport

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for English and Professional Writing.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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