BA in English in Peoria United States | Bradley University

An English major equips you to become a skilled communicator across diverse career paths. You'll study historical authors to refine your ability to analyze contemporary and future contexts. Intimate class settings promote stimulating discussions with professors and peers. Offered as both a B.A. and B.S., this flexible standalone major lets you customize electives to align with professional goals. Specialize further with concentrations in creative writing, literary studies, or professional writing, or combine it with another major/minor of your selection.

Graduates gain valuable experience through:

Internships in grant writing or corporate communications at organizations like United Way, Caterpillar Inc., and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Collaborative research projects with faculty
Participation in campus-wide and national writing contests
A capstone career exploration initiative
Contributions to student publications, literary journals, and National Novel Writing Month
Professional networking via the English club and Sigma Tau Delta honor society