With an English minor, you’ll hone your skills in literature and writing—gaining essential skills that can be applied to almost any career.
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Courses and skills
What skills will I develop?
As you explore literature and writing, you’ll cultivate skills of analysis and connection useful in any career.
Literacy competence
You’ll sharpen your skills in analyzing the written word, understanding contexts, critical approaches, and methods of interpretation along with literary craft techniques.
Clear writing
You’ll become confident—and creative—in your writing, editing, and presenting.
Skills for any career
You’ll develop strong critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and excellent communication skills that will help you in nearly any job—and graduate school.
Academic plans
Map out your time at Bethel—from day one to your diploma. Your course schedule is designed to help you grow, gain skills, and become who you’re meant to be.
Learning opportunities
What experiences will I have?
Hands-on learning is at the core of all Bethel majors and minors. You’ll find numerous opportunities to get involved, apply what you’ve learned, and gain experience—all in a community where you belong. And Bethel’s size and vibrant community will allow you to pursue ways to get involved right away.
Study abroad
You’ll have the chance to study abroad over a full semester, January session, spring break, and summer. The January Textura trip and the Travel Writing trip are favorites among English and journalism students at Bethel. You may also explore off-campus programs in New York City and Los Angeles.
Internships
Write for area newspapers like the Minneapolis Star Tribune and the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Or learn the ropes at publishing houses like Redleaf Press, Believers Press, Bethany House Publishers, Coffee House Press, and more.
Build your portfolio
Hone your writing skills through Bethel’s award-winning student newspaper, literary journal, award-winning Textura magazine project, the Johnson Center for Journalism and Communication, and by attending off-campus national conferences and engaging with the vibrant Twin Cities literary culture.
Real-world impact
How will this minor help my career goals?
With an English minor, you’ll gain skills that are in high demand with organizations and employers. As you become the person you’re meant to be, you’ll be equipped for a life of purpose in many different fields.
Stand out to employers
You’ll gain the essential skills valued in careers in education, business, counseling, communication and marketing, graphic design and more.
Experience
You’ll start your career with a strong portfolio of writing, photos, and video clips from an award-winning student newspaper, campus offices, The Royal Report YouTube channel, and more.
Apply your faith to your career
As you wrestle with important questions and study from a Christian perspective, you’ll be well-equipped to use words to glorify God wherever your career takes you.
Skills for any career
You’ll develop strong critical thinking, clear writing, creative problem-solving, and excellent communication that will help you in nearly any job—and graduate school.
Start your journey
Explore Bethel for yourself
Visiting campus is the best way to learn about Bethel and our majors. As you try out academic and campus life at Bethel, you can attend a class, chat with students, meet professors and coaches, tour campus, and get a taste of life in our program.
Faculty mentors
Meet your professors
You’ll learn alongside faculty who are distinguished scholars and faithful Christians. They’ll know you by name and invest in your success. Professors are accessible between classes, and you’ll often find fellow students gathered or studying nearby.
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
We want you to understand from the beginning what a Bethel education costs. That’s why we made it simple. Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, tuition for the College of Arts & Sciences will be $25,990—down from $44,050. This more accurately reflects what you can expect to pay, empowering you to make informed decisions and become who you're meant to be.
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