Admission to the English major is competitive due to the number of applications and available space in the program. Consideration is based on three primary criteria: number of hours earned, a well written personal statement, and GPA. Applications are accepted year round but are only reviewed during the months of February and September. To apply for a major or minor in the English Department, fill out the online application.
Students may major in English Studies or follow one of two sequences within the major. They are the Teacher Certification sequence for those who want to pursue English Education or the Publishing Studies sequence for students interested in publishing. The degree in English is a Bachelor of Arts, which requires successful completion of a foreign language through level 115 or its equivalent.
Advising Forms listing the degree requirements for each sequence are included here. Four year plans of study (for native students) and transfer plans of study (for transfer students) are also here. These plans of study should be followed in consultation with an English Department Academic Advisor.
The English Department offers four minors:
The Advising handouts for minors may also be found here. There is a four year suggested plan for students who major in English and minor in Writing. The sequencing for the TESOL minor may found on the minor advising sheet.
Both of our advisors, Mark Vegter and Ryan Gray maintain online calendars of their availability. While you are welcome to walk in, appointments are strongly encouraged.
Available times for appointments are marked on the calendars as "Student Appointment Times." To schedule an appointment, email Jan Ballowe with your first and second choice day and time. Please include your University ID Number and reason for the appointment.
Resources are listed below. More may be found at University College or Office of the University Registrar.
Clinical Experiences & Certification Process
DeGarmo Hall 310, (309) 438-5416
Admission to Teacher Education, Results of Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST), Secondary certification, State Certification Student teaching-sign up.
Student Services and Referral Center
Moulton Hall 107, (309) 438-2188
Change of address, name or phone number, course schedule, and withdrawal from classes.
University Registrar
Moulton Hall 102 (309) 438-2289
Transcripts, Transfer course Articulation, Registration information, Academic Policies and Procedures.
Undergraduate Catalog
PDF copies of the Undergraduate catalog.
General Education Program
Details program requirements and course descriptions for General Education.
