Bachelor of Arts in English
Undergraduate ProgramsWhy Major in English?
Two tracks give you the opportunity to explore written and spoken text to prepare you for a wide variety of careers.
The Literature Track focuses on the broad range and diverse traditions of literature written in English. You will also strengthen your writing skills. The Communication and Technology Track focuses on written and spoken communication and new information technologies. In this track, you will explore print-based, digital, visual, and multi-modal media.
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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid
UMBC is committed to making a world-class education accessible to every student. We offer a range of financial aid options, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans to help you manage the cost of your education. New and current degree-seeking undergraduates can explore institutional and departmental scholarships using our Scholarship Retriever tool, along with additional opportunities from external partners. Scholarships and financial aid can help cover tuition, fees, textbooks, and even housing and meals, ensuring you can focus on your studies and your future at UMBC.
Lucille Parkinson McCarthy Endowed Scholarship
This is a need and merit-based scholarship (minimum 3.0 GPA) for undergraduate student majoring in English who has an interest in Rhetoric and Composition Studies or the teaching of writing.
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Contact Information
UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information
Mailing Address
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250
OFFICE LOCATION
Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond
Admissions Staff
410-455-2292
Available Monday through Friday, from
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
admissions@umbc.edu
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