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Online Degrees

ENGLISH / WRITING


Some people believe that English majors have a hard time settling into a career.  Maybe that’s because they have so many choices.  English/Writing majors can find work in creative fields, education, nonprofits, and businesses.  Their communications skills are particularly in demand in the corporate world.  The average earnings for English majors in the U.S. are $44,350.

You can get an English degree online, as well as writing courses and graduate certificates.  Even with a writing concentration, most online English degrees offer a well-rounded curriculum with an emphasis on both literature and composition.  Opportunities for English majors include:
  • Copywriter
  • Marketer
  • Public relations specialist
  • Teacher
  • Human resources manager
  • Editor
  • Journalist
  • Literary agent
  • Fiction writer
  • Dramaturge
  • Grant writer

Bachelor Degree in English

University of Maryland

$28,180.00 Request Information

The online Bachelor degree in English from University of Maryland is a 120 credit hour program. Tuition is $230 for Maryland residents, and $444 for non-residents. There is a $5 technology fee per credit hour, but this is capped at no more than $120 per year. There is also a $50 application fee and a $50 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Bachelor of Applied Arts Degree Completion

Charter Oak State College

$22,985.00 Request Information

The Bachelor degree in Applied Arts is a 120-credit degree completion program that can be completed with distance education through online courses. This program is designed for students who already have some experience or college credit. Along with general education requirements, you will also take at least 36 hours of specialized courses to fulfill the concentration in Applied Arts.

Applied Arts concentrations inlude:

  • Creative Writing
  • Music
  • Studio Arts
  • Theatre Arts

Online courses for the Applied Arts degree completion program at Charter Oak State College are $165 for a CT resident, and just $235 for non-residents. For degree seeking students, a good idea is the 'Comprehensive Matriculation Program' at $2,720 for residents and $3,760 for non-residents, which covers your annual matriculation fee plus 12 hours of credit to be used within a year. Normal matriculation fees are $985 for residents and $1,300 for non-residents (renewable at $450 and $660, respectively).

There is a $75 application fee, a $40 registration fee, and a $185 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

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Bachelor of Arts in English - Journalism

Cardean University

$51,085.00 Request Information

Cardean University offers a B.A. in English - Journalism degree program that requires 120 credit hours of study. Tuition is $425 per credit, with most courses being worth 3 credits. There is an $85 application fee.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission

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Bachelor of Arts in English - Professional Writing

Cardean University

$51,085.00 Request Information

Cardean University offers a B.A. in English - Professional Writing degree program that requires 120 credit hours of study. Tuition is $425 per credit, with most courses being worth 3 credits. There is an $85 application fee.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission

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Master of Arts in Communication Arts - Journalism

Cardean University

$24,025.00 Request Information

Cardean University offers an M.A. in Communication Arts - Journalism degree program that requires 36 credit hours of study. Tuition is $665 per credit, with most courses being worth 3 credits. There is an $85 application fee.

Accreditation Agency: Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting Commission

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