Undergraduate Program

Career Paths for English Majors

The English major provides relevant and useful preparation for a wide variety of careers. Tulane graduates with English majors have pursued successful careers in such fields as:

  • University teaching and administration
  • K-12 teaching and administration
  • Public relations and marketing
  • Law
  • Journalism and writing
  • Medicine
  • Arts and design
  • Small business
  • Corporate management
It is important that students consult with Career Services and their faculty advisors early and often in order to be properly prepared to achieve their goals beyond college.