English

Occidental College

United States of America, Glendale

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Duration48 month(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 55,980 / Year

Apply DateJanuary 10, 2022

Next IntakeAugust 24, 2022

English

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Overview Moving through the English major at Occidental College, you’ll gain an understanding of the historical, political and philosophical contexts that shape the different periods of literature written in English. You’ll develop skills to interpret what you read through a range of theories and methods that characterize the evolving discipline of literary studies. Our faculty, all of whom are active scholars, will work directly with you to find your voice as writer and sharpen your skills as a reader.You can choose to complete an emphasis in creative writing, a special track that provides a strong background in both literary history and creative writing skills. Our program draws on the resources of Los Angeles to bring writers to campus to read their work, lead workshops and teach courses. The program is administered by a nationally renowned writer in residence who will work with you individually. CareerStudying English refines your ability to think critically and communicate clearly and effectively about complex subject matter. Our graduates have taken jobs in the entertainment industry as writers and producers, in all facets of the tech industry, as well as in journalism, teaching, law, business, marketing, medicine and the arts. I want to find another Bachelor Course

When you study English at Occidental College, you’ll engage in a close critical study of literature in English in an international and interdisciplinary context. In keeping with the College’s mission values of equity and excellence, you will read the work of both long-studied writers and those previously excluded from the traditional literary canon.

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Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

1Oxy's Required Short Answer QuestionsSchool ReportCounselor Recommendation forms$65 application fee or fee waiverOfficial transcriptStandardized test scores are optional for Fall 2021 applicants. Midyear report after your first term of senior year.Two letters of recommendation from teachers (in core academic subjects). Ideally, we’d like letters from 10th- to 12th-grade classes.

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English

Occidental College

United States of America, Glendale

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