Program Details
B.A. in English
Bachelor of ArtsRegent University
You’ve got goals. And you want a program that gives you the skills to achieve them. Regent's Bachelor of Arts in English studies effective communication strategies in business, media, ministry, teaching, and more. You can develop a strong foundation in English literature, composition, professional writing, and teaching at middle school and high school levels—all presented from a Christian worldview.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Credit Requirements

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements

The table below lists admissions agreements between Regent University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Transfer students with an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Arts & Sciences (A.A.S.) degree who meet the minimum requirements for admission will receive transfer credit for all eligible courses subject to normal transfer credit policy. Regent with a qualifying associates will have all general education requirements waived except for Regent-specific foundational courses, general education courses specified by their
major or required as prerequisites for courses in their major. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Transfer students with an Associate in Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Arts & Sciences (A.A.S.) degree who meet the minimum requirements for admission will receive transfer credit for all eligible courses subject to normal transfer credit polic. Students with a qualifying associates will have all general education requirements waived except for Regent-specific foundational courses, general education courses specified by their major or required as prerequisites for courses in their major. |
Credit for Prior Learning | Regent accepts CLEP, AP, IB, DSST, Excelsior Exams, and select Industry Certifications . |
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College Level Information

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Is This College Right For Me? | Regent University's 13,000 students are studying on its 70-acre campus in Virginia Beach, VA., and online around the world. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from a Christian perspective in 150+ areas of study. |
Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance. |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance. |
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | Students may contact the Office of Admissions directly for questions and direction related to transfer credit. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer

Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Averett University | Bachelor of Arts in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Hollins University | BA in English and Creative Writing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Ferrum College | B.S. in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Christopher Newport University | Bachelor of Arts in English, Major in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Christopher Newport University | Bachelor of Arts in English, Major in English, Concentration in Literature | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Christopher Newport University | Bachelor of Arts in English, Major in English, Concentration in Writing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Longwood University | English BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Longwood University | English: Secondary Teaching Licensure BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in English Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Roanoke College | Bachelor of Arts in Literary Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Radford University | BA in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Radford University | BS in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
University of Lynchburg | BA in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in English, Major in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Arts in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Mary Baldwin University | Bachelor of Arts in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
George Mason University | English, BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Arts in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
William & Mary | English - Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | English-BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
University of Mary Washington | BA in English:Creative Writing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
University of Mary Washington | BA in English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bridgewater College | English Major - BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Arts English | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in English - Literature | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in English - Pre-Law | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in English - Writing | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in English: Creative Writing emphasis | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph College | Bachelor of Fine Arts in English: Creative Writing emphasis | Bachelor | Bachelor of Fine Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph College | Bachelor of Arts in English: Literature emphasis | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | English, Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | English Literature (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph-Macon College | English (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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25-1123.00 | English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
43-9081.00 | Proofreaders and Copy Markers | Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers whose primary duty is editing copy. Includes proofreaders of braille. | Office and Administrative Support Occupations |
25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
Cost To Complete
