B.A. in English

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 71 or higher.
• PTE: Overall score of 51 or higher.
• DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 105.

Charleston Southern University (CSU) is fostering global diversity and academic excellence by offering scholarships to international students. These financial aid opportunities are designed to support and recognize outstanding students from around the world who wish to pursue their higher education at CSU.

Global Impact Scholarship: CSU's Global Impact Scholarship is specifically tailored for international students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements and leadership skills. This merit-based scholarship aims to recognize and reward students who exhibit making a positive impact on their communities.

International Merit Scholarship: The International Merit Scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students based on their academic accomplishments and potential to contribute to the CSU community. Recipients of this scholarship are selected through a competitive process, emphasizing academic excellence and extracurricular involvement.

Cultural Diversity Scholarship: CSU values diversity and cultural enrichment within its student body. The Cultural Diversity Scholarship is designed to support students who bring unique cultural perspectives and experiences to the university community. This scholarship seeks to create an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.

Presidential Scholarship for International Students: CSU's Presidential Scholarship is a prestigious award granted to outstanding international students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership qualities, and service. This scholarship reflects the university's dedication to supporting the aspirations of high-achieving individuals.

Faith and Service Scholarship: CSU places a strong emphasis on faith and community service. The Faith and Service Scholarship is awarded to international students who have a demonstrated both their faith and community engagement. This scholarship encourages students to integrate their values into their academic journey.

Fine Arts Scholarship: Recognizing the importance of the arts, CSU offers the Fine Arts Scholarship to international students with exceptional talents and achievements in visual arts, music, or theater. This scholarship supports individuals who contribute to the vibrant cultural and artistic life on campus.

Athletic Scholarships: CSU provides athletic scholarships to international student-athletes who excel in their respective sports. These scholarships are awarded based on athletic achievements, leadership on the field, and maintaining academic excellence.

Transfer Student Scholarships: CSU offers transfer scholarships to international students transitioning from other institutions. These scholarships acknowledge academic accomplishments at the previous institution and aim to facilitate a smooth transition to CSU.

Graduates of the B.A. in English program from Charleston Southern University are equipped with versatile skills that open up a wide array of career paths in various sectors. Their strong foundation in critical thinking, communication, and analytical writing prepares them for numerous roles.

Educator: Many graduates pursue teaching careers, becoming English teachers at the middle or high school levels. Their expertise in literature and writing enables them to inspire and educate future generations.

Writer/Author: Graduates often explore careers as writers, producing content for books, articles, blogs, or other media. Their training in creative writing and narrative techniques helps them craft compelling stories and engaging content.

Editor: A career in editing is common for English graduates, where they refine and polish written materials for publication. Editors work with authors to improve clarity, coherence, and overall quality, making their skills invaluable in publishing.

Content Strategist: In the digital age, many graduates become content strategists, developing and managing content for websites and social media platforms. They analyze audience engagement and create compelling content that resonates with target demographics.

Public Relations Specialist: Graduates can enter the field of public relations, managing communications between organizations and the public. They craft press releases, manage social media accounts, and develop strategies to enhance a company’s image.

Technical Writer: Those with an interest in technology may pursue careers as technical writers, creating manuals, guides, and documentation that explain complex information clearly and effectively.

Marketing Coordinator: With a solid understanding of effective communication, graduates can work as marketing coordinators, assisting in the development and implementation of marketing campaigns that promote products or services.

Librarian: Some graduates may choose to further their education to become librarians, where they help individuals locate information and develop literacy programs within educational or community settings.

Research Analyst: Graduates with strong research skills can work as research analysts, gathering and interpreting data for academic institutions, corporations, or non-profits to inform decision-making processes.

Nonprofit Organization Staff: Many English graduates find fulfilling careers in the nonprofit sector, where they can apply their communication skills to advocate for causes they are passionate about, whether in fundraising, community outreach, or program development.