Course Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in English has a 120-credit structure combining English major courses, university core subjects and electives. Students complete four required English courses, courses covering early and later texts and contexts, and English major electives. The degree ends with a Senior Capstone Workshop.
Students can select courses based on their interests in literature, creative writing, rhetoric, professional writing and technology. Optional concentrations give students a clearer study path in Creative Writing, Research Intensive English, or Rhetoric, Writing and Technology. The program supports research, internships and community-based learning, giving students opportunities to use their writing and research skills outside regular classes.
The degree can support further study in areas such as law, education, medicine, business, literature and creative writing. Graduates can pursue work in publishing, media, marketing, communication, education, government and nonprofit organizations.
General Eligibility
Applicants for the Bachelor of Arts in English must meet Saint Louis University's undergraduate admission requirements.
First-year applicants:
- Graduation from an accredited secondary school, or an acceptable HiSET/GED qualification.
- Academic records and other documents required by the university.
- International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency.
- Academic records for international applicants must include English translations. A course-by-course transcript evaluation may be required.
Transfer applicants:
- High school graduation or an acceptable GED/HiSET qualification.
- Students with 24 or more semester credits must provide transcripts from previously attended colleges or universities.
Application:
Students can apply through the SLU-Madrid application. Saint Louis University also accepts the Common Application and Coalition Application. Current published deadlines include April 1 for fall admission, August 1 for spring admission and separate deadlines for summer sessions.
Part Time Work Details
International students should check their Spanish student residence/work conditions with the relevant Spanish authorities before starting employment
Language Requirement
Saint Louis University–Madrid accepts several English proficiency options. Current minimum scores include:
| English Test |
Minimum Score for Admission |
Score for Placement into ENGL 1500 |
| IELTS |
6.0, with at least 5.0 in Reading and Writing |
6.5, with at least 6.0 in Reading and Writing |
| TOEFL iBT |
63 |
80 |
| PTE |
50 |
54 |
| TOEFL ITP + TWE |
500 + 3.0 |
550 + 4.0 |
The current SLU-Madrid English-language page does not list Duolingo English Test among its accepted tests. Applicants should use the university's current list when preparing their application.