English
Bachelor of Science
Make your mark
For those who love to write, a Bachelor of Science in English can open the door to a dynamic career in advertising, publishing, technology and more. Learn how to persuade your audience as you develop professional and technical writing skills that stand out in your field. Become fluent writing in digital spaces using in-demand technology. Learn how to create and share multimedia content that gets noticed in today’s busy digital world.
As an English major, you’ll receive outstanding mentorship from award-winning faculty in small classroom settings. Enjoy a variety of hands-on opportunities to put your training into practice, from writing grant proposals for real clients to interning with Fugue national literary magazine.
Depending on your career goals, you can choose to specialize in technical writing or earn a general English degree. This program is available fully online as well as in-person in Moscow.
View the sample four-year plan for this degree.
Overview
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The write stuff
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy literature and language
- Are a strong reader and writer
- Have an interest in history and culture
- Want to write professionally
- Like an intellectual challenge
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,838 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Postsecondary English Language and Literature Teachers
$48,689 - Secondary School Teachers
$51,531 - Writers and Authors • Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$16,358 - Editors
$40,553 - Reporters and Journalists
$29,146
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Scholarships
Unlock scholarship opportunities at University of Idaho! When you apply to U of I, you're automatically considered for scholarships. We also offer a variety of scholarships based on experience, background and academic programs that student can apply for to help pay for college.
Explore available scholarships on our Scholarships website.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Writing opportunities are available to students through internships at the Fugue literary magazine; service-learning projects in the community, such as writing for local businesses; and jobs with on-campus publications.
Hands-on learning opportunities include:
- Participation in Sigma Tau Delta honors society.
- Writing for Vandalism undergraduate literary magazine.
- Interning for Fugue national literary magazine.
- Sharing creative and academic work at public events.
- Writing grant proposals for real clients.
- Working as peer tutors in the Writing Center.
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.