Undergraduate

The English major at the University of Maryland prepares students to analyze literature, rhetoric, and media while developing a strong understanding of the English language and experience in writing across creative, academic, and professional contexts.

Our undergraduate English program is flexible, giving students access to a wide range of experiential and service-learning opportunities on campus and in the Washington, D.C. area. Honors students can pursue a sustained research or creative project. These experiences, combined with core coursework, help students develop skills employers value and prepare for careers in law, journalism, creative or professional writing, project management, film or game production, and information science. 

More than 30% of students are double majors, combining English’s advanced training in writing, research, and critical thinking with another field to gain a competitive edge. Ninety-six percent of graduates are working full time, interning, or pursuing graduate studies within six months.