We invite you to experience the pleasure and reward of studying English at Idaho State. Explore our literature and creative writing programs, delve into literary analysis and critical theory, and take advantage of the diverse range of English courses and specializations we offer. Prepare yourself for a fulfilling career and develop a lifelong appreciation for the power of language and literature.
Variety of Career Paths
Employers value broad liberal arts skills, making English an excellent choice for a variety of career paths. Whether you aspire to become a teacher, writer, editor, journalist, gamer, business professional, lawyer, public relations specialist, advertiser, or publisher, an English degree will equip you with the necessary skills to excel in your chosen field. To learn more about the career paths our graduates have pursued, we encourage you to check out our occasional YouTube Series on English Major Futures.
Financial Support
Scholarships for undergraduate students and fellowships, teaching assistantships, and tuition and fee scholarships for graduate students are also available. Join us in English where you will find a welcoming community of scholars passionate about the humanities.
Student Focused
By studying with our award-winning faculty in small, personal classes, you will have the opportunity to explore the traditions of literature, investigate the structure of language, write creatively, and analyze texts using critical theories. Our dedicated faculty mentors work closely with students, fostering collaboration and providing guidance.
Welcoming Community
As a member of our English programs, you will be part of a lively intellectual community. We host various departmental activities, such as visiting writers, doctoral colloquia, meetings of the English Graduate Student Association (EGSA), and conferences and workshops on teaching and professional development.
Ready to ROAR with us?
At Idaho State University, we offer programs and courses in English literature, creative writing, professional writing, linguistics, and film studies. Our graduate programs include MA and PhD degrees, as well as the Certificate in TESOL, offering comprehensive training in English studies and pedagogical theory.
As a member of our English Department, you will be part of a lively intellectual community. We encourage close collaboration between students and faculty mentors, fostering a supportive learning environment. Our faculty, with their expertise in British, American, and world literature, creative and professional writing, and linguistics, are committed to fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment that prepares you for the demands of the professional world.
Find your ROAR with English at ISU
At Idaho State University, our Department of English is dedicated to providing a diverse range of programs and courses in English literature, creative writing, professional writing, linguistics, and film studies. With our dedicated faculty and small, personal classes, you will have the opportunity to explore the rich traditions of literature and gain a deep understanding of language and its cultural impact.
An English degree equips you with strong communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and a profound understanding of how language shapes culture, making you highly valued by employers in various fields. Whether your aspirations lie in teaching, writing, editing, journalism, business, law, or public relations, an English degree from Idaho State University prepares you for success.
As part of our lively intellectual community, you will experience close collaboration with faculty mentors and fellow students in a supportive learning environment. We also offer distinctive graduate programs, including MA and PhD degrees, as well as the Certificate in TESOL, combining comprehensive training in English studies with practical pedagogical theory.
Come and join us at Idaho State University to explore the joy and rewards of studying English, preparing yourself for a fulfilling career and a lifelong appreciation of language and literature.
English Career Opportunities
- Advertising
- Audiobook Narrator
- Banking
- Business
- College Advising
- Editing
- Gaming
- Grant writer
- Insurance
- Law
- Marketing and Communications
- Medical writer
- Publishing
- Public Relations
- Staff support positions
- Teaching
- Technical writer
- Usability (UX) consultants and writers
Note: According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in 2019, the median annual wage for people with English degrees in the US was $51,000, higher than the median wage across all occupations.
Skills Employers Want
An education in English develops the top skills that today's employers seek.
- Analytical skills: Enable independent problem-solving and decision-making within modern teams.
- Research skills: Vital for informed decision-making and staying relevant in a rapidly changing business landscape.
- Strong communication skills: Essential for effective communication in various channels, including remote work environments.
Benefits of Majoring in English
- Acquire tools that never lose value: skills applicable in any classroom, office, or creative venture.
- Develop writing skills for various contexts and purposes.
- Explore the impact of language on politics, religion, philosophy, and social discourse.
- Explain your world: Analyze texts to gain insights into the significance of life.
- Gain understanding and empathy by reading stories from diverse perspectives.
- Immerse yourself in reading and writing.
- Understand the effect of changing media: Analyze the dynamics of written communication in the digital age.
- Write intelligently, beautifully, persuasively.