At the same time, English majors develop a variety of marketable skills with applications in a wide range of fields: skills in close reading, analysis, argument, critical thinking, research, and written and oral communication. Students can choose from one of four options within the major ? literature, writing, media and performance studies, or secondary education ? depending on their career goals.

Marymount?s Washington-area location provides students with access to rich cultural and research institutions that reinforce and broaden their classroom experience.