Bachelor of Arts in English

In the time that it takes you to read this page, technology will have changed, artificial intelligence will have evolved, and more people will wonder if a degree in English is still valuable. Well consider this: everything generated by AI was once created by a writer who started by reading literature, and then imagined, wrote, researched, and continued to write and produce books, poems, screenplays, biographies, articles, advertising, digital content, and so much more. From writing an email or a blog post, to scripting a video, the English major always takes the lead in generating influence and engagement.  

Craft, creativity, and sensitivity. Here you will read (a lot) and write (a lot) with the end goal of refining your techniques, communicating effectively, and expanding your worldview. Our core values are shaped by the following approaches to teaching and research:  

In the time it takes to watch a movie, you can apply to attend Barry University. From application to graduation, we support you every step of the way. Apply anytime, anywhere. We accept submissions on a rolling basis, but the sooner you apply, the better. Some majors require extra information for acceptance into specific programs. See what you need to apply, since general admission doesn't guarantee acceptance into all majors.

As part of Barry's diverse, close-knit community of 3,000 undergraduates, you’ll grow and build lifelong relationships. With a 15:1 student to faculty ratio, you'll thrive thanks to individualized instruction and professors who are experts in their fields. The best part? You’ll leave college with the skills you need to succeed and little debt; we work to make school affordable through merit-based scholarships and financial aid.

If you’re a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate, you may qualify for our merit-based scholarships with awards up to $17,000, based on your cumulative GPA and standardized test scores. Scholarships are available for freshmen (including test optional), transfers, international, DACA, and Dreamer applicants. Using your admissions application, we automatically determine your eligibility.

More than 90% of our students receives some form of financial assistance. Apply to see if you qualify for a full array of federal and state financial aid programs. Just submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete it as soon as possible since funds may be limited. Barry's federal school code is 001466. Curious about qualifying? Take a look at our Net Price Calculator.