English and Linguistics Programs
Harness the power of words.
Whether you’re reading them, writing them, studying them, analyzing them, or saying them, you cannot escape words. So why not embrace them?
English (B.A.) with Concentration in Writing
Exuberant. Cathartic. Depressing. Uplifting. Inspiring. Writing is all this—and so much more. With a bachelor of arts in English with a writing concentration, you’ll learn how to express yourself creatively as you discover the principles of writing and rhetoric and apply your skills to works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Let your inner Austen or Tolkien shine.
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Highlights
Program Highlights
- The development of problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- The ability to research and analyze information
- An enhanced understanding of the art of persuasion
- An opportunity to express yourself creatively
- Support from the Mastodon community
- A prestigious Purdue degree
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How far will you go?
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