The Bachelor of Arts in English offers students the opportunity to study literature, creative writing, film and media studies, writing and rhetoric, linguistics, folklore and mythology, and cultural studies. Of these seven concentrations, students pursue one or two that best match their interests and career objectives. Students are encouraged to pursue internships related to their concentrations and receive faculty mentorship throughout that process. In fact, English classes are kept small so faculty members may provide students with personalized attention. Students write in a range of traditional and digital forms and in a variety of contexts; student work culminates in a research project written for the major capstone course in their concentration. For students who want to challenge themselves even further, there is an Honors Program in English, which includes a thesis option, as well as other opportunities to pursue advanced research or creative projects; for those who want to become teachers, there is a bachelor’s/accelerated master’s program that English offers in conjunction with the College of Education and Human Development.

SAT or ACT score may be required. English language requirements are TOEFL iBT 80 (18 minimum sub-scores), IELTS 6.5 (6.0 minimum sub-scores), Completion of Academic English Core and OCS Level 6 with no grades below B, or IELA 176 (169 minimum sub-scores). Entry requirements are subject to change and vary by program. Engineering, art and nursing programs may include additional requirements. Sub-scores are not required for Volgenau School of Engineering programs. All prices are estimated from 2021-22 and are subject to change. For the latest direct entry pricing, visit Mason's cost of attendance website.