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 62 credits, distributed as follows:
Required Core Courses
25 credits
| EDU 1400 Foundations of Education (3) | EDU 2998/EDU 2999 Educating Diverse Populations (Domestic/Study Abroad) (3) or SPE 2550 Educating Diverse Populations (3) |
| EDU 1420 Field Experience I (1) | EDU 3100 Measurement, Assessment & Evaluation of Educational Growth (3) |
| EDU 2410 Introduction to Instructional Technology (3) | EDU 3300 Educational Psychology (3) |
| EDU 2420 Field Experience II (1) | EDU 3650 Systems of Support for Academics and Behavior (3) |
| EDU 2450 Establishing Respectful Learning Environments (3) | EDU 4070 Professional Orientation (2) |
Required Concentration Courses
31 credits
| EDU 3180 Methods for Instructional Technology (3) | EDU 3560 Research-Based Approaches to the Teaching of Reading I (3) and EDU 3561 Practicum (1) |
| EDU 4000 Methods for K-8 ELA (3) | EDU 4200 Disciplinary Literacy (3) |
| ENG 3030 Contemporary Literature (3) | ENG 3520 Global Perspectives in Literature (3) |
| ENG 3540 American Identity in Literature (3) | ENG 3730 Literature of the Medieval Period (3) |
| ENG 3740 Literature of Shakespeare (3) | ENG 3920 Victorian Literature: Social Justice & Industry in the 19th Century (3) |
Concentration Electives
6 credits
Select two courses from the following:
| ENG 2240 Creative Writing (3) | ENG 2410 Death & Dying in Literature (3) |
| ENG 2420 Love in Literature (3) | ENG 2430 The Natural Environment in Literature (3) |
| ENG 2440 Legal Studies in Literature (3) | ENG 2450 Science & Medicine in Literature (3) |
| ENG 2460 Work and the Workplace in Literature (3) |
Program Fee
Students who declare a major within the Teacher Education department are assessed a program fee that supports access to specialized software used throughout their coursework. This software is essential for documenting field experiences and fulfilling program curriculum requirements. The fee is applied upon declaration of the major and continues annually for the duration of the student’s enrollment in the 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.
