English
Begin your bachelor’s journey affordably at Stark State College. Earn an associate of arts in English with personalized instruction and low tuition. Then, then transfer to a four‑year institution to complete your bachelor’s degree.
Program at a glance
DEGREE TYPE
Associate of Arts
PROGRAM FORMAT
Hybrid
LENGTH (FULL TIME)
4 semesters
CAREER COMMUNITY
Note: Many Stark State classes have online and in-person options, including required general education courses.
Program overview
Sharpen your skills across a wide range of writing styles.
Stark State College’s English degree program explores different types of writing, including creative writing, technical report writing, grant writing, scriptwriting, writing for media, writing for the web or business communications writing. Through this program, you’ll build a solid foundation for bachelor’s and graduate degrees in English.
Program details
At Stark State, you’ll learn written communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills through a mix of concentrated English classes and various general education requirements.
University transfer
Stark State’s English degree is specifically designed for transfer to our four-year institution. The majority of our courses transfer to public and private institutions in Ohio, including a university transfer pathway with Kent State University for a bachelor’s degree in English.
Our transfer agreements with other colleges and universities help you move smoothly – and affordably – from an associate degree to a baccalaureate program. View our full list of university transfer partners at starkstate.edu/transfer.
English transfer partners
- Ashland University – pathway
- Baldwin Wallace University – pathway
- Bluffton University – pathway
- Capital University – pathway
- Defiance College – pathway
- Denison University – pathway
- Hiram College – pathway
- Malone University – pathway
- Muskingum University – pathway
- Ohio Dominican University – pathway
- Ohio Wesleyan University – pathway
- Ursuline College – pathway
- Walsh University
Ohio Guided Transfer Pathways (OGTPs)
The Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTPs) are designed to provide a clear path to degree completion for students pursuing associate degrees who plan to transfer to an Ohio public university to complete their bachelor’s degree.
Careers and outcomes
Written communication and critical thinking skills are extremely valuable, so English degrees open many doors in various industries, including publishing, education and media.
Stark State’s English program is designed primarily as a transfer pathway to four-year institutions. Start your journey here to prepare for a career as a:
- Proofreader
- Editor
- Instructional designer
- Social media specialist
- Writer
- Educator
FAQs
Stark State’s English degree is designed as a transfer degree that aligns with Ohio transfer guidelines to prepare you to transfer to a four-year institution.
Yes, classes are offered in-person, online and hybrid to meet your scheduling needs.
The Writing Center is incredibly helpful for all aspects of the writing process. The Math Learning Center and Science Learning Center both offer tutoring for these subjects.
Meet the faculty
Nicole Herrera
Associate Professor, Writing Center Coordinator
Beth Williams
Associate Professor, Department Chair
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Lowest tuition around
Put your money toward your goals – not debt.
Stark State’s tuition costs up to 83% less than other area colleges and universities. Along with financial aid and scholarship opportunities, you gain the most value for your education without sacrificing quality.
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Beth Williams
Department Chair, English
330-494-6170 ext. 4148
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Whether you’re just starting out, making your college comeback or looking for a change, you belong at Stark State.