A Bachelor’s of Arts (BA) degree in English is an open-ended, flexible degree path for students that prepares them for a wide range of potential careers.

Employers increasingly desire the analytical and communication skills possessed by English majors, as seen by the fact that 95 percent of our recent graduates are either employed or are pursuing an advanced degree. Whether you want to enter into the tech industry, go to medical school, or work in the publishing industry, a BA in English can help you succeed in your career ambitions.

Some graduates choose to pursue advanced degrees, and these alumnae regularly attend and succeed in top-ranked academic programs and at prestigious law schools. Other graduates have gone on to careers as writers, teachers, lawyers, editors, publishers, marketing professionals, managers, public relations specialists, research analysts, and artists, to name a few.

The numerous jobs English majors from Saint Mary’s have landed upon graduation and five years out prove the value and marketability of our English degree. For a sampling of the career paths our students have taken, see the lists below.

Some Job Titles of Recent Graduates

Typical Employing Organizations

Representative Careers of Graduates 5 Years Beyond the Degree