SARAH DEMATTEIS ’18
The University has changed my life in so many ways.
Turn your passion for words into a career you love
As an English major at the University of New Haven, you’ll study contemporary fiction and poetry while you explore public speaking and writing for business. You’ll develop and hone an exceptional writing ability, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to communicate with clarity and strength through the written and spoken word.
Yes, you’ll study Shakespeare. But you’ll also gain the real-world skills that will make you a sought-after employee in virtually any field by:
- Choosing from a concentration in Literature, Writing or both
- Gaining a broad disciplinary background and training in the field
- Studying American humor, creative writing, film, African-American literature, the Victorian novel, popular American culture and more
- Having the chance to qualify for the Honors program, which enables you to be part of a very exclusive community of learners
- Gaining real-world experience through an internship
- Having the chance to join the Words Rhyming Into True Expression (WRITE) Poetry Club or the international honor society Sigma Tau Delta
- Getting individual attention from instructors thanks to small class sizes
Learn from professors who are dedicated to your success.
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
Spotlights
ALICE ALEKSANDROVICH '14
Background in English and Economics leads to career as a finance manager
JORDAN SCHWED '17
Alumnus says commitment of his professors ensured his success.
Envision Your Future
The information below is designed to show the many possible careers you could pursue with your major. The research is provided by Encoura, the leading research and advisory firm focused exclusively on higher education. It includes median national salaries and industry growth projections over the next decade. Click here to view the full report.
$70K
Production Assistant
16% Growth 2017-2027
$69K
Technical Writer
14% Growth 2017-2027
$90K
Grants Administrator
11% Growth 2017-2027
Selected Courses and Programs
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Studies in Literature
This course provides students with an introduction to literary genres and writing about literature. Skills developed include close reading, literary analysis and interpretation, research, and critical writing. Attention is paid to literary techniques, terminology, and critical theories. Course topics vary depending on the focus chosen by the instructor.
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The Graphic Novel
An exploration of the genre of graphic novels, including some of the most well-known representative texts. Emphasis is placed on the emergence of the genre from early comics, the functional elements of sequential art, and the cultural context of the production and reception of this genre.
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Narrative Nonfiction
Exploration of and practice in writing "the fourth genre", creative nonfiction. Emphasis on the short piece, the literary memoir, and the personal essay.
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Science Fiction
A survey of the development of science fiction during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Reading of American, English, and European science fiction novels and short stories.
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Full List of Courses for English
The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English, check out the Academic Catalog:
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All University of New Haven students have access to the many resources available through the University’s Career Development Center, which has been named one of the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
From career assessments, networking, and job shadowing to on-campus interviews and salary negotiation, the Career Development Center provides the skills and connections to identify a meaningful career and an opportunity to pursue your passion.
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Excellence in Teaching
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Writing Center Director Recognized for Exemplary Instruction In and Out of the Classroom
Mary Isbell, Ph.D., an assistant professor of English, is the fifth recipient of the Bucknall Excellence in Teaching Award that was created by the University’s Board chair to annually recognize the commitment of an exceptional faculty member.
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Next Steps
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Admission Requirements
Whether you're still in high school or are transferring from another college, we offer full- and part-time opportunities for undergraduates from inside the U.S. and abroad. The admission process can begin as early as the end of your high school junior year.
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Financial Aid Opportunities
We offer a comprehensive financial aid program, with students receiving assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans, and part-time employment. Funds are available from federal and state governments, private sponsors, and from university resources. More than 85 percent of the University's full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.
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