Bachelor of Arts [B.A] English
This program is offered by the University of Illinois at Chicago. The field focuses on the study and practice of various forms of writing in English. It includes:
- the study of written works in English—whether by writers from the United States, Britain, former colonies, the Commonwealth nations, or elsewhere—whose aesthetic achievement and cultural significance qualifies them as literature;
- the study of literary criticism and theory, of the relationship between literature and popular culture, and of allied narrative forms such as film, performance, electronic communications, and other new media
Students who major in English develop broad reading and writing skills that make possible both an analytical engagement with, and a critical understanding of, diverse fields of cultural and aesthetic production. The English major offers excellent preparation for careers in writing, editing, publishing, teaching, government, law, and advertising.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $13779 | $13779 | $13779 | $13779 |
| Compulsory Fees | $5039 | $5039 | $5039 | $5039 |
| Total Fees | $18818 | $18818 | $18818 | $18818 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1370 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 31 | 36 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an official secondary school transcript to get admission.
- Students required to maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
Language Requirments:
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.
- Students are required to submit an SAT or ACT score to be considered for admission.
International students who currently or will hold a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction, do not need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score report.