Develop into a lifelong learner, advanced scholar and Christian servant leader with Campbellsville University’s online graduate certificate in English.
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Program Details
Next Start Date: 1/15/2025
Course Length: 8 weeks
Estimated Length: 1 year
Credit Hours: 18
Cost Per Credit: $424
Certificate – Graduate English Studies Overview
The online graduate certificate in English from Campbellsville University allows you to develop graduate-level English skills in writing, reading and critical thinking. You will acquire a vast amount of literary knowledge that will allow you to later pursue graduate programs or teach English in secondary schools. Learn whenever and wherever you wish through the fully online format from faculty members with real-world experience in English careers. Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Through the program, you will grow personally through self-expression and careful reflection, and professionally through the mastery of critical analysis and research writing. You’ll develop effective written and oral communication skills so that you can succeed in further academic studies and be a leader in the workplace. You will be able to apply your knowledge and developed skills to enrich your and others’ lives. In addition to analytical research writing, you will examine and analyze literature.
Our online certificate in English explores literature tracing Christian traditions and views by examining ethical questions through the writings of St. Augustine, Sir Thomas More, John Donne, John Milton, T.S. Eliot, C.S. Lewis and postmodern novelists and poets.
All certificate program credits transfer to any of our graduate degrees. The program offers the 18 credit hours necessary for high school teachers to instruct dual-credit courses. If you already have some credits, you can complete the remainder of the program without needing to take the certificate’s full course load.
Course Map
The online certificate in English includes 18 credit hours and can be completed in one year. The program can be tailored to suit your goals.
Take both of the following:
- ENG 520: Introduction to Graduate Research
- ENG 530: Composition Theory
Choose one of the following:
- ENG 602: Chaucer
- ENG 605: Shakespeare
Choose one of the following:
- ENG 616: Romantic and Victorian Poets
- ENG 618: Victorian Fiction
Choose one of the following:
- ENG 626: Post-Colonial Literature
- ENG 628: Postmodernism and Contemporary Literature
- ENG 642: Maligned Modernism
- ENG 645: Fragmented Modernism
Choose one of the following:
- ENG 661: Politics and Literature
- ENG 602: Chaucer
- ENG 605: Shakespeare
- ENG 616: Romantic and Victorian Poets
- ENG 618: Victorian Fiction
- ENG 626: Post-Colonial Literature
- ENG 628: Postmodernism and Contemporary Literature
- ENG 642: Maligned Modernism
- ENG 645: Fragmented Modernism
Admissions Requirements
To apply to Campbellsville’s graduate English studies program, prospective students must complete the following steps:
- Complete the online application.
- Submit official copies of transcripts to the Office of Admissions from each college or university attended, including a complete record of all courses attempted.
- Submit a critical, analytic, argumentative research essay of at least 10 pages, preferably on a literary topic.
- Must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or submit a GRE score (no minimum score required – department will review file as a whole).
- Submit a complete statement of purpose regarding enrollment in the certificate program.
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
Costs & Financial Aid
The online certificate in English costs $424 per credit hour. In order to help students afford their education, Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options.
Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out what scholarships, grants, loans and payment plans are available for them. There are numerous options available, and not all financial aid is based on need.
Students can transfer a maximum of nine credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university.
Transfer My CreditsCampbellsville University is a military-friendly school and a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon program. Students who are currently serving at home or abroad or are veterans can further their education in a conducive online environment.
Careers in English Studies
Graduates of Campbellsville University’s online graduate certificate in English will be able to pursue several careers. Potential career outcomes include:
- Secondary school English teacher
- Associate Professor of English
- Author
- Editor
- Academic Librarian
- Proofreader
Why Choose CU?
Campbellsville University Online seeks to provide an affordable faith-based education that fosters personal and professional growth for its students. Learning in small, 100% online classes, you'll have opportunities to connect one-on-one with expert professors who prioritize your success and value the experience you bring to the table. From day one, you'll also benefit from Campbellsville's student services, including a personal online academic advisor who will provide tailored assistance on your journey toward graduation. Access further support in the areas of mental health, career and finance, life management, technical resources and more. Finish strong with CU.
Learn MoreBenefits of Learning Online
Choosing to finish your degree 100% online means having the flexibility to study at the times and places that are most convenient for you. You'll learn from supportive, expert faculty members who are experienced in their fields and deliver the wellrounded education you need to take the next step in your career. Campbellsville is committed to the quality of its online courses and offers a dynamic selection of degree programs that are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? We’re here to help. Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
- Yes, you can. CU honors your educational journey with a generous transfer credit policy that empowers you to make the most of your earned credits. Upon your admission to Campbellsville University, we'll complete a transfer credit evaluation to find out how many of your credits will apply toward your degree. For more information, visit our transfer students page.
- If you have financial aid in excess of your tuition and fees, you may choose to use the extra funds to cover your textbooks through our bookstore.
- Graduate students may qualify for Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans or a Graduate PLUS Loan.