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Major Overview for English Language and Literature, General

Overview for English Language and Literature, General

A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

Careers for English Language and Literature, General Majors

A major in English Language and Literature, General is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in English Language and Literature, General

Top 50 U.S. Colleges with the highest percentage of English Language and Literature, General among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage 		SelectivityTuition
Thomas More College of Liberal Arts
Merrimack, NH		 10
(55.6%)		Open Admissions$13,200 
 Bryn Athyn College of the New Church
Bryn Athyn, PA		 4
(36.4%)		 $10,620 
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA		 71
(23.7%)		Less Selective$15,510 
Ohio State University-Mansfield Campus
Mansfield, OH		 19
(21.8%)		Open Admissions$18,903 
Hollins University
Roanoke, VA		 32
(17.7%)		Less Selective$27,055 
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
Mont Alto, PA		 6
(16.2%)		Less Selective$17,590 
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH		 67
(15.6%)		Highly Selective$40,240 
Naropa University
Boulder, CO		 17
(15.3%)		 $21,984 
Reed College
Portland, OR		 45
(15.1%)		Highly Selective$37,960 
Marlboro College
Marlboro, VT		 11
(14.9%)		Moderately Selective$32,180 
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