Program Highlights
CRITICAL AND ANALYTICAL THINKING
Sharpen your sword and apply your skills to any industry.
SHAPE YOUR WORLDVIEW
Forge your path forward, informed by those who have come before us.
4+1 ACCELERATED MASTER’S
Earn your initial certification Master’s in Education in one year.
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My aim in getting an English degree is to learn everything I can about what makes a good story. That includes studying the best writers of the past. I have the opportunity to endlessly analyze literature, an experience that is rewarding in more ways than one.
Lydia Fanara ‘25 (English)
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
Interested in seeing what courses you can take? Check out our course catalog!
What Will I Learn?
You will:
Career Outlook
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An English degree involves studying some of the most famous authors of all time. It allows you to craft your own views of the world, as you draw inspiration from literature.
As an English major, you will dabble in topics like American literature, world literature, the novel, children’s and adolescent literature, major authors, and more.
English majors read broadly and learn to write pointedly and passionately. They learn to ask what the most incisive and creative minds have asked and to discern—amidst a Christian community—how to stay true to God and themselves in a confusing world. And of course they write. English majors become skilled at organizing heaps of information; they learn how to change people’s minds. Not every graduate has these skills anymore, and many employers seek to hire such people.
Studying English can help you acquire important skills, such as:
What can I do with an English degree?
An English degree can open the door to many job opportunities. Some examples include:
How much do English majors make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for those with an English degree was $51,000 in 2019. Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, level, field, and position.
Can I meet with an English professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
