Bachelor of Arts in English (Literature and Creative Writing)

Trevecca’s Bachelor of Arts in English prepares you to enter any of the numerous fields that prize creativity, critical thinking, writing acumen, and the ability to create and communicate convincing arguments and content. Beyond building a strong foundation in English, you’ll tailor your coursework to match your interests and goals by choosing from concentrations in literature or creative writing.

Program Benefits

• Graduate with the knowledge and skills you need to be competitive in a wide variety of career options.
• Learn from faculty who possess high degrees in their fields, who have relevant and valuable real-world experience, and who make an effort to know you personally.
• Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
• Take advantage of incredible internships and jobs available in the exciting Nashville market.

What to Expect

Your English degree from Trevecca provides incredible flexibility in both your coursework and your career. A wide range of courses spans both canonical and contemporary writers in many genres of literature, so you can choose the classes that match your interests and goals. You’ll take nine core literature courses before branching into either the literature concentration or the creative writing concentration. Both English concentrations can be paired with any minor on campus to tailor your education.

At Trevecca, your education continues outside of the classroom, where you can hone your craft in supportive writing workshops dedicated to fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. You can also attend on-campus readings and author events hosted by the English department. Or you can gain editing experience as a member of the editorial staff of The Cumberland River Review, our national literary journal that was developed as part of Trevecca’s robust undergraduate research program called FLARE (Faculty-Led Academic Research Experience). The journal gives students a chance to select, edit and publish the writing of nationally recognized writers rather than the student submissions typically published in campus publications. Past students have also attended the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) Conference in Los Angeles to attend panel discussions, build professional network relationships, and represent The Cumberland River Review at the conference book fair.

The flexibility of an English degree doesn’t end with graduation. With your English degree, you’ll be well-equipped to teach or pursue graduate studies. You’ll also be prepared to enter exciting fields like publishing and editing, freelance writing, public relations, market research analysis, content strategy, medical humanities, brand management, teaching, and more.

Why Choose Trevecca?

Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.

Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.

As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. You’ll be taught to elucidate and defend a biblical worldview and to view literature from all eras through a biblical framework. At Trevecca, you’ll earn your English degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you and your goals.

With accreditation and esteemed faculty, Trevecca has helped develop the minds of students from all over the world for more than 120 years. Located in the heart of Nashville, Trevecca's faculty and staff are focused on preparing students for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1901, Trevecca is committed to holistic education, encouraging students to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

Trevecca offers classes at the main campus as well as two satellite campuses in Middle Tennessee and online classes worldwide. With students from 47 states and 39 countries, Trevecca offers 20 associate degrees, 81 undergraduate majors, 25 master’s programs, and three doctoral programs as well as specialist and certificate programs.

Academics

Earn a highly esteemed degree in a Christ-centered community that's committed to your success. At Trevecca, you’ll reach your education goals while also deepening your faith and worldview. Our body of multi-denominational, unapologetically Christian faculty and staff allows students to understand others' perspectives while also growing themselves.

• Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
• 19:1 student-teacher ratio
• 94% of faculty with the highest degrees in their field

Community

We believe that faith should be at the center of all things. That’s why, as a university, we come together multiple times a week to worship, learn, praise, and grow in the chapel. This time allows our students, staff, and faculty to come together in fellowship to deepen their relationship with Christ and each other.

• 9 campus ministries
• 47 chapel opportunities per semester
• Annual international mission trips

Mission

Trevecca Nazarene University is a Christian community providing education for leadership and service.

Our Campus

Our main campus is home to more than 1,000 students and has plenty to offer. From coffee shops and eateries to rec facilities and Benson Auditorium, there are places to hang out, get active, grab a bite, or watch a show. There’s always something happening right in our backyard.

Our City

You’ll find Trevecca in the heart of Nashville, just a mile from the vibrant downtown district, and students are surrounded by rich history and opportunities to learn, grow and serve. Off-campus volunteer opportunities allow students to see the city from different perspectives and help shine God’s light in different areas. Exploring the exciting urban surroundings, from Music Row to waterfall hiking to Opry Mills, you’re sure to find places where you love to spend time.