With a Bachelor of Science in English Education, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to succeed in the classroom and beyond. English teachers are in high demand, both in North Dakota and nationwide. Our program will help you develop critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and teaching strategies to empower your students and prepare them for a competitive world.
Program Type: Major
Offered: On Campus
Credit Hours: 120
Est. Time to Complete: 4 Years
Department: Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Interdisciplinary Studies
96%
Job/Graduate School Placement Rate
1:1
tutoring, academic advising, and career coaching
Program Highlights
Student Teaching Experience
As an education major, you will also prepare for teaching at the secondary level. Coursework and field experiences build the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors you need to deliver optimum learning experiences to your future students.
Coursework
English education majors at Minot State study core courses like literary criticism, British and American literature, and multi-genre writing, with the guidance of passionate faculty and options to tailor their learning through diverse topics courses.
Opportunities
English majors at Minot State develop critical and creative writing skills, explore diverse literatures, work with accomplished faculty, and engage in a vibrant community through the English Club and Sigma Tau Delta, with opportunities to publish, present, and participate in campus events.
Careers & Outcomes
65K
Median annual salary for high school teachers
→ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top Careers
- School Teachers (Middle and Secondary)
Questions? We're Here to Help

Office of Enrollment Services
701-858-3350
1-800-777-0750 ext 3350
askmsu@minotstateu.edu

Sarah Aleshire
Coordinator, Assistant Professor
701-858-3395
sarah.aleshire@minotstateu.edu
Additional Program Information
Teacher education programs at Minot State University are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). This program is accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.