HumanitiesCIP 23.0101

English

Master critical thinking, writing, and analysis. Surprisingly versatile — valued in tech, media, law, and business.

$40,000
Avg Starting Salary
78%
Employment Rate

📖 What You'll Learn

How to read critically, write persuasively, and analyze complex texts and arguments.

📚 Typical Courses

Literary AnalysisCreative WritingRhetoricAmerican LiteratureCritical Theory

🚀 Career Paths

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What can you do with a English degree?

Writer, Editor, Content Strategist, Lawyer, UX Writer, Communications Director

How much do English majors make?

The average starting salary for English graduates is $40,000 per year, with an employment rate of 78%.

What do you learn in a English major?

How to read critically, write persuasively, and analyze complex texts and arguments.

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