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English

The joy of reading and writing to share experiences and shape meaning

Key Program Features

An English degree is versatile, offering a variety of potential career paths. LLCC’s English program provides students with creative writing, critical analysis, advanced reading and communication skills. Students with an English degree may consider working as an author, copywriter, editor, freelance writer, marketing communications manager, teacher/professor, technical writer, web content writer, plus many others.


Job Outlook

Due to the versatility of careers with an English degree, job potential and salaries vary greatly. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, some careers will be competitive while others will show average or above average growth through 2024. In May 2016, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, reported that the annual median salary for editors was $57,210, authors was $61,240, technical writers was $69,850 and college professors was $75,430.


Degree Program

LLCC offers the following English degree program to prepare students for transfer to a four-year university. Read more about the courses in this program:

English • Associate in Arts

Time to completion: 2 years


Investment in Your Future

For the 2018-2019 academic year, tuition for English courses run the standard in-district tuition rate of $129.50 per credit hour. Fees are $11 per credit hour. Get more information on tuition and fees.

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Contact Us

Questions about the program? For more information, call LLCC Arts and Humanities at 217-786-2318 or 217-786-2329.

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