Program Overview
Earn a highly adaptable degree that helps you become an established writer and literary analyst. CSP’s BA in English is a creative landscape that offers three tracks: creative writing, journalism/professional writing, and literature.
Within the program, you’ll primarily hone your skills as a writer. Examine core areas like creative writing, copywriting, historical literature, and publishing. Depending on the program track you choose, the classes and topics you’ll learn about will vary. However, all English majors receive comprehensive studies in literary theory, historical literature, and advanced writing methods.
Nearly every industry needs well-trained writers and communicators. Graduates from this program often find work as authors, professional writers, journalists, and marketers. Graduate school is also an enticing option, with education, law, and science being popular areas of study.
Build a well-rounded skillset that fits your career goals. Craft elite writing skills, learn to think critically, refine your literary analysis abilities, and get real-world experience in a relevant internship opportunity.
Program Details
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37-38 (based on emphasis)
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Student Outcomes
CSP graduates are leaders and trailblazers. Meet some of our alumni below and see how they’re shaping the world.
Mainhia Moua
Professional Writing Tutor, Metropolitan State University; Assistant Information Specialist, South St. Paul Public Library
Meet our faculty
Our faculty use their decades of experience to nurture your success from the first day of class all the way to graduation and beyond.
Eric Dregni
Professor of English, Journalism, and Italian in the Department of English and Modern Languages. Advisor of Student Newspaper.
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