Department Programs
Bachelor of Arts
An undergraduate major with tracks in literary studies or English studies (rhetoric and composition track)
Learn moreMaster of Arts
A graduate major with concentrations in literary studies, rhetoric and composition, and public humanities. Available on-campus or online
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Intensive course of study in prose for fiction to nonfiction to hybrid forms. Interdisciplinary program preparing students for careers in writing
PhD in English
Dynamic degree with required internship preparing students for publicly engaged careers beyond colleges and universities
Minors in English
Minors in literary studies, creative writing, and professional writing.
Student Opportunities
Undergraduates are encouraged to pursue independent research through our English Honors program, and to participate in our intellectual and social community through study abroad opportunities, visiting lecture series, and a range of events the department organizes throughout the academic year.
Why Study English at UW?
English graduates can do anything. In a culture increasingly driven by information and its communication, we stand at the hub. Trained in the understanding of how words work, and how we make meaning in the world-or how the world makes meaning through us-English majors are uniquely prepared for the twenty-first-century.
Careers in Education
Take classes in literature and rhetoric and study a foreign language. Consider the English Education program if you want to teach in K-12Careers in Writing, Publishing, and Public Service
Gain critical skills in literature classes, and writing skills in professional or creative writing. Do a professional writing internship
Department Information
Through an active and ongoing assessment of our programs, we have identified the outcomes expected of each student.
The mission of the English Department is to sustain and promote intellectual inquiry and cultural literacy.
Resources and information for undergraduate and graduate students in the department of English.
Information on scholarships and awards available to English majors including study abroad funding.
Directory listings for faculty and staff in the department of English
News & Announcements
The department frequently sponsors or co-sponsors visiting lecturers. Our faculty and students have won numerous awards over the years. Students in English Honors and the capstone course (ENGL 4999) complete public presentations on their research each year.
English Statistics
English majors are well-positioned to pursue many careers after graduation. Our majors benefit from a low student to faculty ratio in the department.
If you would like to support our students and activities, consider giving to one of our established funds, or develop a fund in your name and for a specific purpose.
The study of English takes an interdisciplinary approach to the subject matter. Other programs work closely to meet the needs of students within the department.
Our undergraduate journal celebrates our College Composition and Rhetoric student writing. Submissions come from the work of students in the previous year.
A journal published by Duke University Press and edited by Cedric Reverand II, English faculty emeritus. Graduate students can intern as an assistant editor for the journal.
We invite you to browse through our department offerings online, then come for a visit! We look forward to showing you all we have to offer.
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