BSc in English in Normal United States | Illinois State University

The English Studies program provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the diverse fields within English Studies. Our English Department features an extensive range of courses across eight specialized areas: literature and cultural studies, children's literature, linguistics, rhetoric and composition, technical communications, creative writing, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), and Publishing. English students develop expertise in shaping, analyzing, and perfecting language while critically engaging with and producing artistic works like poetry, plays, and novels. Our graduates enjoy exceptional career opportunities and demonstrate strong competitiveness when applying to graduate programs in various disciplines, including our core fields as well as library science, education, law, criminal justice, business entrepreneurship, and STEM fields. Many alumni pursue teaching English internationally, contribute to global nonprofit initiatives, and leverage their communication abilities to create positive change worldwide.