English Education
Students wishing to teach English in the public high schools should pursue the following course of study for the Educational Studies with a concentration in English Education major, working carefully with advisors in the English department as well as in the Education department to make sure that they are fulfilling all requirements.
Common Career Paths
Some of the top jobs for those with a bachelor’s degree with English Education include English language and literature teacher, writer, librarian, public relations specialist, editor, content manager, and much more. Teacher licensure may be required for some of these positions.
Common Salary Ranges for Graduates
As mentioned above, there’s a long list of career opportunities for those with English Education degrees. But, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the average annual salary for the following positions (which may require additional education) in North Carolina in 2021:
- Postsecondary English language and literature teacher: $82,680
- Writer and editor: $78,950
- Technical writer: $81,470
- Public relations specialist: $73,250
Teacher licensure may be required for some of these positions.
Average Tuition Cost
The average cost for an incoming residential freshman to attend MU is less than $18,000 – similar to the cost of attending one of the big-box public schools, but with the enhanced value of a highly-regarded private school with a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
While tuition varies, depending on a student’s financial aid package, it’s important to know that the average financial award for an incoming residential freshman at MU is more than $34,000.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
More than 97% of MU students receive some form of financial aid, with the University offering more than $24 million annually to students for scholarships. If a student is active military, family of active military, or a veteran, they may also qualify for MU’s military education benefits.
Interested in Methodist University’s major in Educational Studies with a concentration in English Education?
If you have questions, reach out to Dr. Courtney Samuelson using the contact info at the bottom of the page. If you’re ready to apply today, click the button below!
Major Requirements
The major in Educational Studies with a concentration in English Education consists of 72-75 credits, distributed as follows:
Required Course Sequence
24-27 credits
| EDU 1420 Field Experience I (1) | EDU 4070 Professional Orientation (2) |
| EDU 2400 Instructional Technology (2) | EDU 4190 Seminar in Positive Behavior Development (3) |
| EDU 2420 Field Experience II (1) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
| EDU 2510 Foundations of Education (3) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
| EDU 3300 Educational Psychology (3) | EDU Elective from chosen licensure content area (3-4) |
Required Area Content Courses
Select a minimum of 24 credit hours from the following list:
| ENG 3020 Modernist Literature (3) | ENG 3530 The Literature of Slave Narratives (3) |
| ENG 3030 Contemporary Literature (3) | ENG 3710 Literature of Chaucer (3) |
| ENG 3201 Business Writing (3) | ENG 3730 Literature of the Medieval Period (3) |
| ENG 3210 Technical Writing (3) | ENG 3740 Literature of Shakespeare (3) |
| ENG 3220 Advanced Grammar (3) | ENG 3920 Victorian Literature: Social Justice & Industry in the 19th Century (3) |
| ENG 3420 Women’s Literature (3) | ENG 4550 Senior Seminar in Literary Studies (3) |
| ENG 3500 African American Literature (3) | LAN 3200 Introduction to Linguistics (3) |
This course work will be identified based on the program (degree of study) from which the student is transferring. Courses will be selected from the original degree of study to align with the candidate’s desired teacher licensure area as defined by the NC Residency Licensure requirements. Relevant coursework will be selected in the content area in which a student will seek licensure through an alternative licensure program upon graduation. All area content courses are selected and approved for each student by the department chairperson and teacher education committee content area representative.
Required Elective Courses
24 credits (minimum)
All elective courses are selected and approved for each student by the department chairperson and teacher education committee content area representative. Selected courses will best prepare students for continued studies in the field of education through an alternative licensure program.
NC State Board of Education Complaint Process
The North Carolina State Board of Education (SBE) has jurisdiction to investigate allegations of noncompliance regarding specific laws and rules. Complaints may address Educator Preparation Program requirements set forth in Article 15(D) of Chapter 115C. The SBE does not have jurisdiction over complaints related to contractual arrangements with an EPP, commercial issues, obtaining a higher grade or credit for training, or seeking reinstatement to an EPP. All complaints filed with the SBE must be in writing. A person or entity may file a written complaint with SBE by filling out a complaint form and submitting online and/or mailing or faxing a hard copy to the address on the form.
Contact
Courtney Samuelson, Ph.D.
