The English major allows students to read, study, and write about literature written in English, from the Middle Ages to the present. They dive deeply into the writings of specific literary periods, explore the works of individual authors, and study one-on-one with professors through tutorials, independent studies, and senior theses.

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The creative writing major provides instruction from nationally recognized fiction writers and poets in small classes and one-on-one tutorials. Students may choose to concentrate on fiction, poetry, or prose poetry in preparing their final portfolios and capstone classes.

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The English/secondary education major is designed for students who aspire to teach high school English. The program combines the English major with education courses, field experiences, and student teaching requirements, and it is approved by the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and the Interstate Certification Compact.

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English – Literature: Are you interested in timeless literature but don’t have the time to take on a full English major? Try our new English minor, which emphasizes immortal authors and unforgettable books.

Writing: Interested in literature, poetry, or journalism? Then, our Writing minor is for you. The dynamic, 18-credit minor complements nearly every major — from the arts and sciences to business and humanities disciplines—by focusing on sharpening written communication and reading skills.

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