Details: English, Bachelor's to Master's

English

Program type: Bachelor's to Master's

Wichita State's accelerated bachelor's-to-master's program in English lets you complete an advanced degree in English, faster, by allowing you to take graduate-level courses while completing your bachelor's degree.

As a well-rounded graduate, you'll have the writing, critical thinking, creativity and communication skills for success in many different fields — from advertising and law to marketing and journalism.

Learn how English is the right fit for you.

Degree
Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's Program
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  • Applied learning at Wichita State

    At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

  • Admission to the program

    For admission consideration, the following must be satisfied:

    • An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 overall and 3.5 in English courses
    • Completion of at least 60 credit hours of undergraduate study, with at least 18 credit hours remaining for completion of the undergraduate degree
    • Completion of four English classes at the 300 level or above
    • Recommendation from at least one member of the English graduate faculty
Carissa DeVoss

Inside the Program

Dodge City senior wins $55,000 Walsh English Scholarship to attend WSU

As an English major you have the opportunity to win scholarships to further your education.

Carissa DeVoss won the Walsh English Scholarship worth $55,000 over four years; the largest English scholarship at WSU. DeVoss chose to major in English so she could emphasize her passion for creative writing and theater.

  • Curriculum

    Upon admission to the accelerated program, you'll be granted tentative admission to the graduate program in English and allowed to enroll in courses for graduate credit, including 800-level courses, prior to completing undergraduate degree requirements.

    You're encouraged to create a tentative plan of study in consultation with your undergraduate coordinator and/or graduate coordinator.

  • Careers

    A degree in English from Wichita State will equip you with skills that lead to diverse career options in the public and private sectors — from advertising agencies and the film industry to non-profits and academia.

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