Bachelor of Arts in English - Race, Ethnicity and Literature

Turn your passion for reading, writing, and literature into a career. UMass Boston's English BA is a flexible and vibrant program that will define your educational experience, opening doors in multiple areas and training you to engage with the world. As an English major, you can connect your passion for imaginative expression to some of today's most in-demand skills: analytical writing, critical interpretation, original inquiry and research, and the ability to discuss, debate, and develop complex ideas. English is the major for the 21st century, where each moment of the day we produce and consume texts in multiple and ever-changing forms.

In this program, you will:

Sharpen your critical thinking skills through analyzing and interpreting texts a diverse range of texts
Develop your writing and communication skills, acquiring the tools you need to express yourself effectively in a variety of contexts
Enhance your cultural awareness and understanding with exposure to literary traditions and perspectives from around the world

Career Possibilities
Become a writer, honing your skills toward producing the next great American novel. Pursue a career in English education, instilling a love for literature in the next generation of students. Or, find a career in communications and use your writing chops to create content with journalistic integrity. Whatever your goals, UMass Boston is here to support you.
Become a(n):

Journalist
Lawyer
Editor
Author
Copywriter
Reporter
Marketing Specialist

An official high school record leaving certificate and or graduation examination results or their notarized copies All documents in foreign languages must be translated by a certified professional Records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official. Academic recommendation letter from a school-based counsellor and or teacher. 500-word essay. Test scores. All nonnative speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency Students can demonstrate proficiency by submitting the following exams - TOEFL 79 plus. IELTS 6.0 plus. SAT Evidence Based Reading and Writing ERWS component of 480 plus. ACT Reading and English component scores totaling 34.