Program Description

If you are passionate about reading and writing, Gannon’s English program is the prologue to the career that you desire. You will learn to shape your prose, engage with literary works, construct new ideas and challenge arguments in one of the most versatile programs available. Translate your passion into an exciting profession in copy editing, publishing, journalism, professional and technical writing, public relations, marketing, teaching or law.

The Department offers four curricular tracks to help students tailor the major to fit their interests and professional goals.

• Secondary Education in English Track: For students interested in teaching English at the high school level
• Legal Career Track: For students preparing to attend law school or wanting to pursue another law-related career (e.g., paralegal)
• Literary Studies Track: For students preparing for graduate school in English literature or a related discipline or seeking careers demanding strong liberal arts preparation All tracks cultivate the student’s ability to write in a variety of genres for different audiences and purposes.

The Department also offers students a variety of internships, and a 3-3 program in legal studies with Duquesne University, and features student-run publications such as the Totem (an award-winning literary magazine). Whether they seek careers in education, publishing, journalism, media, public relations, government, business, industry or law, Gannon English Majors acquire the scholarly focus, broad preparation and intellectual awareness that form the basis of an intensive liberal arts education. Students in all tracks are required to complete an internship as part of their academic program.

Admission Requirements

• A minimum GPA of 3/4 or B Grade in Year 12th or equivalent.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• Scholarship Details- Upto 65% scholarship for students from South Asian Countries.
• No SAT score Required
• MOI not accepted to get English requirement waiver