As an English major at USD, you will advance your critical thinking and writing skills as you enrich your life during college and beyond. English majors benefit from learning experiences that cultivate an appreciation of literature, an understanding of historical and cultural movements, and a grounding in "human literacy" invaluable in the digital age. At USD, English majors can explore many areas of interest, such as composition, professional writing, creative writing, gender studies, and literary criticism, as well as the historical fields of English and American Literature. These courses and extracurricular offerings provide a strong foundation for work in a wide range of professions. Our graduates have gained employment in publishing, advertising, education, and the non-profit sector. Other graduates have on to further study in medical and law school and graduate studies in English.
Acquire training in research, strong analytical skills, and the power to communicate creatively as an English major at USD.