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Whether you graduated from high school in the U.S. or abroad, if you have never previously attended a university, you are considered to be a first time freshman. To apply to McNeese, make sure you meet the minimum requirements:
You have graduated from secondary school
Minimum high school overall GPA of 2.35
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Requirements |
Score |
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ACT English |
18 |
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SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing |
500 |
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ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing |
250 |
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PTE Academic |
48 |
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IELTS |
6.0 |
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TOEFL |
71 |
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Developmental English U.S. college coursework |
"C" grade or higher |
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A level/ O level/ GCSE English |
"C" grade or higher |
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IB (HL) English |
"4" grade or higher |
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KCSE English |
"B" grade or higher |
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ELS level 112 |
Completion |
| Requirements | Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Math | 19 |
| SAT Math Section | 500 |
| ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics |
263 |
| Developmental Mathematics U.S. college coursework | "C" grade or higher |
Smart phones and the internet have made created new opportunities for people and businesses to connect locally and across the globe. But with increased opportunities comes increased risk for miscommunication, creating high demand for individuals with strong, versatile abilities in language and communication. In McNeese’s English bachelor’s degree program, students develop the skills to relate ideas effectively through the study of effective writing techniques and classic and contemporary literature. In addition, English students cultivate critical thinking, time management, research and communication skills that are crucial to success in a wide variety of career fields.
More than just an English degree
As an English major, you will have the opportunity to study Spanish, French, Latin, or ancient Greek language and literature. Alongside learning how to speak, read, write, and understand a foreign language, you will become acquainted with a wide range of non-English texts and the diverse cultures and perspectives represented within them, and discover their impact on humanity’s collective cultural heritage.
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English Bachelor’s Degree Program Concentrations
Comparative Literature
English Education Grades 6-12
Foreign Languages and Literatures
Writing
Job Titles or Employers
Archivist
Copywriter
Communications Director
Content Strategist
Editor
English Teacher, Grades K-12
Grant Writer
Journalist
Legislative Assistant
Marketing Specialist
Media Researcher
Public Relations Specialist
Screenwriter
Speechwriter
Records Manager
Research Analyst
Social Media Manager
Technical Writer
Web Content Developer
Health Insurance: 500 $ per year
