Overview

This highly-respected English program will prepare you for the classroom and for teaching exams that qualify you to teach grades 6-12 in Kansas. Graduates of Washburn University’s English Education program are sought after and find rewarding employment at many grade-levels and schools.

What sets Washburn English apart?

Your dedicated advisor was in your shoes. Dr. Wade was an English educator in the classroom and at the district level.
English Education majors find community in the English Department and among future educators.
Study abroad opportunities are encouraged! Some alumni now teach English abroad.
Create something meaningful: You can help plan the Literature Festival for students in grades 5-12 from across Kansas or you can support K-12 students in various after school programs in local schools.
You’ll be eligible for scholarships and there are paid positions available if you want to tutor English.
The English Department provides a scholarship for every English education major during the student teaching semester

Programme Structure

Courses:

Literary Theory and Criticism

Exceptional Learner

Shakespeare

Teaching Young Adult Literature

Curriculum and Instruction

Teaching Composition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the application for admission
official ACT or SAT scores (only required if you’re under 21)*
official high school transcripts
Pay a one-time, $20 non-refundable application fee
While ACT or SAT scores are not required for admission, if you have previously taken the test we prefer to have your scores on file for advising purposes and potential scholarship increases (scores will not negatively impact your admission status nor scholarship earning potential).

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

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Out-of-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10950 USD / year

≈ 10950 USD / year

Living costs

Topeka

United States

900 - 1400 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

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

Available Scholarships

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About

Overview

What sets Washburn English apart?

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

Topeka

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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