Undergraduate Programs in English Language and Literature

English education student meets with students at a local elementary school

The Department of English Language and Literature offers you a choice between two basic programs: teaching and non-teaching. Each of these broad programs include world literature, creative writing, or an emphasis on secondary or elementary English education. Each program requires between 39 and 43 hours for a major and 24 to 28 hours for a minor, depending on the choice and emphasis.

If you elect to major or minor in English, you should declare this intention before the end of your sophomore year. If you are a junior transfer student, you should declare during your first semester on campus. Our department assigns faculty advisors to aid you in your major/minor program planning and to authorize programs for graduation and teacher preparation. 

Degrees available

English Major/Minor: Secondary

  • BS in Education, Secondary Provisional Certification
  • BS in Education, Secondary Provisional Certification, with Emotional or Cognitive Impairment Endorsement (K-12) – Two Major Option
  • BS in Education, Secondary Provisional Certification: MLE Option

English Literatures, Language and Writing Major, Minor

  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Science, Plan A: Select Major, Optional Minor
  • Bachelor of Science, Plan B: All Majors, Select Minors

English as a Second Language (ESL) Minor

  • B.S. in Education, Provisional Elementary or Secondary Certification

Certificate
You can add an undergraduate certificate in English to any major or program at Central Michigan University, including if you're already enrolled in an English program.

  • Creative Writing Undergraduate Certificate