What Can You Do With Your English Degree? | College and Careers | The Princeton Review

If you want to major in English but worry about your career prospects, you'll want to watch this video. More than 41,000 college grads earn English bachelor's degrees each year. They know what you're about to show: An English degree is very valuable indeed. Find out what you can do with your English degree.
Plus, if you like to nerd out about literature, you can always quote Austen: “There is a stubbornness about me that never can bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me.”
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[@aijiya6196]

Most of the people doubt about the English degree but the person who studies it knows it fully has understand the beauty of life and many more aspects of life itself

[@RayZin]

How, you literally already speak the language

[@hentai7444]

@@RayZin ugh this is a stupid comment, words are so powerful don’t undermine it to just language

[@EVENFALL27]

Indeed

[@victorpeng5531]

I am grateful to be an English major (student)

[@entropymakestheuniverse]

@@hentai7444 Exactly! So you know the language. You know what the words you are speaking mean. But knowing doesn't always = *understanding* the impact of the words you or others are saying.

[@cheechee6473]

For anybody thinking about majoring in English this might inspire you: • Christopher Nolan majored in English (Literature) • Matt Damon majored in English • Emma Watson majored in English (Literature) • Chris Pine majored in English • Drew Goddard majored in English • Hugh Grant majored in English • Mitt Romney majored in English • Reńee Zellweger majored in English • John Cho majored in English • John Wooden majored in English • Stephen King majored in English • John Krasinski majored in English • Bradley Cooper majored in English

[@azure5644]

Gellert Grindelwald Mitt Romney? Uhh, more like Shitt Romney

[@rafisadia1281]

you had me at Hugh Grant; that man is ELOQUENT

[@jorgenfa7819]

Stephen King majored in English.

[@cheechee6473]

@@jorgenfa7819 Yeah that’s right! Thanks :)

[@_samaa]

Thank you for this! You made my day😊

[@victorpeng5531]

I have seen people with English degrees doing: -teach abroad in Japan/Korea/China -copywriter/technical writer for tech companies -work for online editions of magazines, such as National Geographic for Kids, etc. -manage retail establishments like Dicks Sporting Goods, Target, and Enterprise Rental Car. - Lawyers (After doing law school as well) -work for a nonprofit to campaign and advance their causes -customer service agent to customer service manager - I've seen a few works in call centers. One worked up to managing a call center department. -paralegal- this was after working in a call center that involved landlord-tenant issues. -social media director for the magazine -warehouse logistics I think in any degree field, you need to be willing to start at the bottom and work your way up and realize where you begin is not necessarily where you will end. Edit: format fix

[@deadfish3674]

I took English because I wanted to be a writer and at this point I don't even care if I can make a living with it as long as I'm doing what I love and I am aware of how creativity and art comes with a prize to pay.

[@mahirfoysal8759]

I trust this man because of those two lamps in the background!

[@invertedname3099]

Such trust worthy lamps

[@ambreenali.]

It's my third year in college and I cannot express in words how glad I am by the fact that I chose to study English Literature, it's beautiful. ❤️

[@victorpeng5531]

Good choice!

[@YEDxYED]

Wait til you graduate 😬

[@rahatthakur4453]

Can you please help me , what career are you going to pursue after this degree , I have also decided to go in the same field so please help ...

[@victorpeng5531]

@@rahatthakur4453 Technical writer, paralegal, copywriter, etc.

[@jimjones6901]

@rahatthakur4453 or literature professor! You'll probably need a master's to work at a tech school or a PhD to work at a university, but it's a great option. You get to share the passion with others and pass on your knowledge! They can also make decent pay (80k where I'm from).

[@mjwick2900]

I was wondering what to do and I have been in love with English all my life. This gave me the push I needed. Thank You Robert.

[@sundussali9190]

Same goes for me , I loved English . But I keep doubting about taking a degree on it.

[@mjwick2900]

Yes Its frustrating. Isn't it. My case I want to get a degree but I cant afford it and cant commit full time with the job. So my case is frustrating too. If you love the subject don't doubt yourself. Do it. You will be great at it. I wish you luck.

[@YEDxYED]

@@sundussali9190 As you should honestly.

[@lol-rj1iy]

@@mjwick2900 did u end up doing it? ive been in love with literature my whole life but im doubting majoring in it..

[@rahmakalulu9739]

I really needed to see this...it's inspiring.. I got really heartbroken when people said it's not good enough. I literally cried while watching this.. This is inspiring and thank you so much.

[@Raygeouspigeon]

I want it so bad it hurts. I’m not finished with school yet, I don’t have the patience for another 3 years. Until then I guess I keep on writing poems, songs, stories, working on a novel, reading classical literature and keep on watching how me writing more improves on my acting skills because I get a deeper understanding for individuals and their feelings, which is magical because I love acting so much. It’s also just mind blowing how reading some poems made me braver and more confident. I’m mentally in a really bad state right now and all of that helps me so much. I’m not a native English speaker but I really want to write in English, I just love that language, I’m confident that I will learn to speak it fluently one day.

[@avani3534]

Gonna study English to teach English. Graduate from Oxford, Teach in Cambridge

[@bushrasharif5951]

I’ve been watching a lot of these types of vids I always see ur comments lol

[@damanipage5990]

Same!! Well English as s second language to non English speakers.

[@cricketcrumbs58]

Same here!!!😃

[@darkpaw1522]

So you're going to get a degree...teaching people how to get a degree?

[@em-bj4rm]

@@darkpaw1522 whats wrong with you??? you’re spreading your negativity under every comment, just leave.

[@marcusmorgan4919]

you got me!!! Idk if it was before or after the Austen quote but shoot this looks awesome!!!

[@hannahchamberlain2902]

I am here considering dropping my second major and getting my English degree. This was helpful!

[@victorpeng5531]

Great choice.

[@darkpaw1522]

Bad choice. Go into STEM.

[@grassytramtracks]

​@@darkpaw1522 It's not worth studting something you hate only to get a job you'll hate

[@ailynmallorca8168]

Thank you sir for adding new understanding about AB English..

[@HaiNguyen-hm6lb]

I’m so thankfull. I hope to see more video from you. That’s very useful.

[@Kb-tn6no]

I'm on my third year as an English major! And going strong.

[@omecerussell4050]

What all class you take in this major

[@mitchyixx]

Thankyou for the inspiration message sir. it helps a lot esp to me as an English Language student

[@butternaan.]

I really want to be a lawyer but I love English so much, I’m hoping to take English and law studies as majors in college!

[@gamebros5611]

Yes it will, my dad is a lawyer he majored in poli sci but he knows so many English majors.

[@cameron4364]

@Haru Are we the same person?

[@blondedny1203]

Omg same! I'm majoring in English and after I get my bachelor's I want to get my JD law !!!! Good luck

[@salemthibodeaux884]

English is actually the degree that prepares you best for law school.

[@avroasraf5373]

Thanks for your inspirational video🙂

[@niroshidilrukshi146]

I am a girl in sri lanka, dreaming a major, masters, phd in english. Many have doubted my dream which once took me to pessimism I never wanted, but your words sir, reached me at the right moment, when I needed a reminder that your passion is your vision.

[@Dude4Christ85]

Thank you for this inspiring and informative clip!

[@AfnanHossen]

Beautifully described

[@zgzzz18]

No major/graduation is enough without supplementary skills.

[@alizaaziz3595]

It was indeed a motivational set of words 👍

[@austinb3560]

This made me feel better about getting an English degree

[@victorpeng5531]

Me too.

[@ucheanusia1909]

Inspirational ❤

[@BRONZALiVE]

I always wanted to study filmmaking, and do a bachelor of screen and media, but I’m only 21 and there’s no film school up where I live, but I knew I had to do university, so I’ve studied a major in English and it’s really helped me in all sorts of areas, including my understanding of writing and cinema, When I finish I dont know what job specifically I’ll look for but I’m really just focused on the current moment and building my knowledge and portfolio

[@salemthibodeaux884]

Maybe compliment it with a minor in media. I wish I would’ve stuck with my English major in undergrad, but now I’m looking into an MFA in Creative Writing/MA in English dual program. Might be good to learn some coding skills too.

[@damanipage5990]

Studying English in undergrad! Future ESL teacher here!!

[@auvloggers9026]

I'm proud for being english student

[@johnchristiancortez6172]

Can anyone tell me if it needs to be food in english when u study these course? Thanks in advance.

[@justinmedeiros7586]

Can you do Biology next please?

[@palebluedot36901]

I would like to take ms in finance in canada. But I am having degree in English. Can I take this course? Will I get good job

[@rstdayanne]

I'm a freshman taking up AB English! I wanted to be a writer and lawyer! 🧡

[@mehakt3748]

yannie swift im only in grade 11 but i want to be a lawyer too :D

[@rstdayanne]

@@mehakt3748 goodluck to the both of us! 💚

[@rstdayanne]

@@puesy yes, you can take AB English as a your pre-law degree program before going to law school 😊 one of my seniors said that it's one if the best pre-law degree programs. 😊

[@angl3_275]

I have a similar plan! I believe in us! 😊

[@K1ttymocha444]

How are you now? :)

[@keveli3338]

When you have skills, it helps in a career, not everyone are math wizards or language savvy, even with practice, there are some skills that takes more than 10 years to develop compared to those who have a natural gift which take less than a few weeks. Engineering is where the jobs are at, and a small percentage are lucky to have a job because of it, not everyone will have a job that gives a good income, but society and the educational system has changed the true meaning of what is important when it comes to studying for a career pathway.

[@antonnovo695]

You point? Are you for or against English major?

[@zgzzz18]

@@antonnovo695 that account is for skills 😝

[@estefanylouie]

ty

[@ruthvalentine6756]

I still have it on my top list but I am utterly helpless due to how uncommon it is for people around me to choose English. Resulting in hearing only negative talks about the subject. I have tutored a few and I didn’t enjoy the experience either. So far people keep on saying teaching is the only profession best known and available in this field so that’s also kinda discouraging. But I do absolutely love and adore the subject as a whole. Would love some input :”) Thank you. For people who are in Uni, have graduated and working: 1. What should someone who’s confused about this major know? (Both pros and cons are welcome.) 2. Any tips about what to do to boost your career while you are in uni? 3. What should my steps be after graduation? 4. Are my options actually as abridged as people say in sectors other than Teaching? Any other add ons in general

[@YungElation]

English majors are labeled as useless simply because it's a liberal arts degree and because of this, people don't end up knowing what the degree actually does. Before answering your questions it's important to know that English majors specialize in writing and communicating. Every business needs someone who can write and communicate well, it's just a fact. So it's important to know your entire major will consist of those 2 things. If you don't like writing 5 pages frequently on a couple passages of a poem or talking a lot then this isn't the major for you. Do you enjoy writing, talking about stories/books, and reading a lot? An English degree can be very applicable to the real world if you know how to market yourself.

[@ShadeandShadow4ever]

I am a senior, English degree from a Cal State. My dad is letting me go after I graduate from a Cal State in English. I'm planning what to do. I'll be on my own once I graduate. My list: 1.Make a proper resume with a portfolio of work from English classes. 2. Internship in media. 3. Marketing minor? He also told me he won't pay for a master's degree today, but he's been paying for my living expenses for my undergraduate. Is the marketing minor worth it? Or should I focus on internships in my year left?

[@justinlopez5083]

I think marketting is a great choice. How are you doing now?

[@mazy5282]

Will you be able to guide me on the Curriculum of 'BA English & Literature' program, please? 🇱🇰

[@ShadeandShadow4ever]

Read a little about the author, and read the summary for the books online. It'll most likely tell you what the main point of the story is.

[@InEnglish-sg2cc]

Oh boy, I'm studying english major in Morocco 🇲🇦

[@hentaiwithsenpai979]

I have graduated from BSC and studied English for only 1 year in graduation, now I want to continue my further studies with MA English, am I eligible for MA English.

[@riyameera5936]

I'm an indian. which exam nd courses should i choose to persue masters in usa after bachelor's degree in english lit.?

[@Anjali-dt1jf]

GRE or GMAT

[@pegahm9562]

I'm in a situation where I need to decide whether to study applied chemistry or English literature. I'm interested in both so I'm really confused right now. Btw I live in Iran and I want to be able to receive a fund and move to US for my PhD. So which one do you think is a better major for application ?

[@celenabelalem2978]

Applied chemistry it definitely has better opportunities, i graduated with an English degree and i find it not enough at all. Whatever you choose to do best of luck..

[@1977-i1h]

Choose Science over AB/HUMSS degrees or you might end up feeling oppressed and eventually join terrorist communist organizations like Antifa.

[@lavadale6804]

Chemistry seems more practical and has vast scope.

[@searchingcapacity8271]

U can study both I studied Information technology and now I am studying English literature

[@angelojardin9788]

im planning to get the course bachelor of arts in english in my college and I wanted to become a foreign english language teacher any advice for that?🥺👉👈

[@victorpeng5531]

Great idea! Don't give up.

[@sakunaruful]

You should try to find programs that offer teaching English as a second language.

[@maddyz8775]

Hello im an intern for my English department at my college, may I share this with my students?

[@ThePrincetonReview]

Of course! Thanks for your comment.

[@sunyalam4538]

is it hard??😅

[@tmann986]

looking at different degrees because engineering is kicking my ass haha

[@malabikadawn3438]

Is English honours useful degree?

[@holistikaspa8162]

Yes agree ! I want to get an English degree 📜 would be be incredibly difficult with English being my second language?

[@superior120v5]

Yes

[@digitaldairiesz]

Well no, not at all! English is my second language as well

[@digitaldairiesz]

If you are eager to learn, you have nothing to worry about

[@babluverma2135]

Hello sir I am your subscriber.😊😊 ..sir I want to speak English fluently like you but word does not came to my mind.....sir please help me what I could do for it.....And I read all grammar too.🙁🙁

[@JD-rv7sf]

Buy a vocabulary builder book. I just bought Merriam-webster vocabulary builder which is good

[@sathyanayaksk1330]

Dear brother I want to do English major and I want to become a martial arts champion I am good in both English and martial arts can I achieve both is it possible

[@zgzzz18]

Ofcourse

[@CodPast]

No you can only have one

[@sathyanayaksk1330]

You don't know nothing😠😡

[@infoturefreak8471]

What about non natives

[@GamerGaming4SHAWON_KHAN]

I want to study english and drama theatre❤️❤️ Pray for me

[@GG-sy1ih]

I’m taking this path and I’ve been loving my classes, they’re enjoyable and informative. Also, you get to meet students who have the same interest. Good luck!

[@Outlines]

😂 good luck being unemployed

[@mellee4456]

I’m looking at studying english however i’ve always done acting. I want to come away from acting for a while to do english but i want to make sure that if i got an english degree it would work well with going back into acting or theatre

[@jakethespartn6712]

Man looks like the therapist from Matrix Resurrections. Great stuff but, no blue pills for me

[@superior120v5]

Lol 😆

[@muaazshahi8107]

Why people always prefer degree and not skill

[@JD-rv7sf]

If I was 20 years old again I choose bricklaying.

[@cecilliorelucio6695]

💙💙💙💙

[@badgerproductions3786]

As im in college I feel like this degree is absolutely worthless. Becuase, you think critically by default so Why do I need to pay?

[@rizmacadillac]

Maybe ... just maybe you might communicate better with your Grandfather and bridge the generation gap. I still remember the day I thought I'd come up with a huge new theoretical discovery and I was anxious to start my article for SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN! Fortunately I reviewed my equations and with the new events happening in the world and new innovations I realized my discovery was bunk. Now, I'm not sure if I'm proud of this or not but I think probably I am proud that I have known Politicians. By this I mean men who hold elected office and make decisions that influence millions of people all over the world. One of these men encouraged me to write... not something I wanted to do at the time but the idea grew on me along with other ideas you pick up from living your life. And even mom encouraged writing by her example. But as to actually doing something with the English Degree. I was approached as an Undergraduate to change my Major to "General Studies" where I would not have any requirements and could take all of the English and Writing Classes I wanted and "have fun". Basically the selling point for General Studies was spending my time partying and doing whatever it is that people who party actually do. But I still think if I had worked on this skill a bit more then maybe we might have communicated better. But to be honest, I wanted to be around the man as I got older and I took the initiative to get to know him better. He didn't have the opportunity to attend College ... but he was proud that I took University seriously and I know he hoped that one day I'd be wealthy.

[@023_naaziagulnar6]

folks

[@Tobefairhshjs]

damn ok

[@mustafamrouweh7873]

Pride and prejudice is an awful book But English major is freaking awesome I just finished my BA and going for my MA soon and one day a PhD "Fingers crossed"

[@crabbymegaman101]

What can you do in English Language and Literature? Authors Professors Copywriter Teachers Editors Policy Lawyers Reporters Journalism

[@hentai7444]

Business analysts too

[@YungElation]

Marketing and digital marketing as well

[@bittertea]

Anywhere and everywhere? As and English Major, you should know that those type of broad statements are hard to defend. You know and I know that your opinion is very biased. You know what's everywhere? Accountants and technology. This guy sounds like a professor who wants to defend his department because he is losing students to Computer Science or Nursing or degrees that actually do something. Or a guy who things he can changed the value of a stone, if he polishes it. If you constantly have to defend your degree, then there is probably a reason for it. Do you think the other degrees had to defend themselves? Not everyone can afford to get an English Major because they have to support themselves later. These kinds of campaigns do not address issues of standard of living. How likely is it for all those people to be Professors? Not to say that there is no need for them in the world. Artists are also needed. Like artist, the writer is typically under appreciated. Artists do no go around pretending that expect a stable job unlike this guy. To say these sorts of things during a Pandemic, is pretty harmful.

[@laibatahir4627]

BeeKindRewind I am very stressed about university program decisions and was thinking of majoring in English or a science but you made some great points

[@bittertea]

@@laibatahir4627 My friend got a degree in English from UC Berkeley with a pretty high GPA. I think she really regretted it because she went back to community college for computer science. That English was actually a degree that was very lonely and isolated you. Also, another friend I played board games with was Haus School of Business student from Berkeley was at CC for computer science as well. She change to computer science, and she said she like how collaborative computer science was. She got a pretty good GPA but the UC schools would not accept her for a second bachelor's degree. Ultimately, she was rejected by all the schools. It's much harder to go to Science and Tech from humanities. Let's be real here.

[@JJDK485]

If I had that much money to invest in a university degree, I’d better invest it in a business or somewhere in the market to secure my financial future. So if NO for English, then also NO for slave jobs like nursing, accounting and IT. To me, a nurse, an accountant or an IT worker still have to work like shit for other people. Your advice is another problem that needs addressing here.

[@pettyplant4755]

Well I don't want a job I want to learn English literature just because your parents are too broke to support you doesn't mean everyone else parents are broke too lmao

[@_soumita_das_9542]

Then can you help me in choosing my career because I belong from a middle class family and want a job... My stream is Bioscience... But I love english so much that's why I'm confused

[@1977-i1h]

AB English just like most HUMSS courses are useless unless you go to Law School.

[@saifullah3743]

🎉now i am studying in English department but my dream is to be a president of my country. Will it be possible?

[@user-sg9lc8vh9e]

سيف الله لماذا تريد الرئاسة

[@JoseGuzman-bb7oh]

i cant take this guy seriously

[@bloom.3254]

how come

[@JOSEGUZMAN-vb8kh]

@@bloom.3254 don't get me wrong, he is very encouraging and makes terrific points. I value what he's saying. He's just too goofy/ clowny

[@darkpaw1522]

Cashier at Walmart

[@ffffffff3883]

😂😂😂

[@KADY__957]

Teaching Journalism Technical writer Copy writer Editor Author & many more So shut up 😂

[@darkpaw1522]

@@KADY__957 You have better chances winning the lottery than getting a one of those jobs, much less a solid paying job. You’re competing against the hundreds of thousands of others just like you. Good luck lol

[@-guitarhero]

another career path is getting pregnant as a school teacher

[@YusifRefae]

DON'T DO IT!!!!!! Tens of thousands people get this major every year, diluting the value of the degree. Everything he says is true about what you learn. However, the value in the job market is almost zero. If you have a passion for this major, please double major with something more lucrative!!

[@waving_rain]

The jobs you mentioned are full😂😂😂

[@floasa8484]

Total waste of time and money studying for English Degree. Very limited jobs and extremely poor jobs awaits English major Degree holders.

[@harryinvesting]

Wipe with it after using the toilet

[@VanessaMaeFan18]

With an English degree, you can work at Starbucks. Orr wait, you can also be a car salesman and also create KZbin vlogs while wearing your beanie.

[@SpiceIsNice]

Sure sure whatever you say 🙄

[@ffffffff3883]

😂 it's True

[@chacmool2581]

Whereas as the physics graduate asks, 'why does it work?' and the engineering graduate asks, 'how does it work?', the English graduate asks, 'would you like french fries with your order?' 🤣😂