What can you do with an English degree from ODU?

The English major is flexible and challenging enough to serve as a great foundation for many careers, such as:

• Teaching
• Law
• Medicine
• Veterinary Medicine
• Publishing
• Public Relations
• Arts Advocacy and Management
• Theatre
• Journalism
• Entrepreneurship
• Business

Students who graduate from this program

Students will be prepared for a wide range of career opportunities. Many of our majors go into education or professional writing. The program also offers excellent preparation for graduate school or law school. A minor in English or Professional Writing pairs well with many degrees and allows students to impress potential employers with their ability to speak and write effectively.