What can I do with a degree in English?

All English majors ask themselves that question at least once in their undergraduate career; many ask multiple times, especially as graduation draws closer!  The good news is that the answer is "anything!”  The bad news is that you will rarely find a job listing titled “English major.”  What this means is that you will have to do some thinking about what it is you enjoy, and how your skills and passions might translate into a particular job.  For instance, if you are a mountain biking enthusiast, you might apply for jobs at magazines specializing in the outdoors.  Love music?  Consider writing promotional materials for a performing arts center.  The English degree provides you with the most important skills for any job. You are able to think critically and creatively; to write and speak clearly and effectively; to interpret and analyze different types of texts; to conduct and synthesize research; to recognize nuance and subtlety; to understand complex metaphors; and to empathize with and connect to others.  Don’t sell these skills short—they are the building blocks to a successful career.