Department of English

Explore your passion for reading and writing

Programs in the English Department can open doors to careers where critical thinking and clear writing are valued.

Learn skills that will enhance career readiness and provide a solid foundation for life-long learning.

Choose from majors, minors, certificates, and courses delivered in both traditional and online formats to fit your needs.

The MSU English Department believes in the power of language to better understand our world and to enact change. English department students across all our programs gain strong critical and analytical skills that help to solve problems and foster professional and personal growth.

The English Department’s programs embrace the university’s Public Affairs Mission, providing opportunities for students to consider and practice ethical decision-making, increase cultural competence, and engage with communities.

Choosing to study in an English Department program is an opportunity to join with others who have a shared appreciation for reading and writing in all its forms.