How many colleges in South Dakota offer English & Literature programs?

CampusPin currently lists 13 U.S. colleges and universities in South Dakota that offer English & Literature programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a English & Literature program in South Dakota?

Among the 13 English & Literature programs listed in South Dakota, published in-state tuition ranges from $8,008 to $39,190 (median around $10,400). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a English & Literature degree lead to?

A English & Literature degree commonly leads to roles such as Editor / Copy Editor, Technical Writer, Content Marketer, Journalist. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $42,000–$60,000 early-career.

Can I apply to a English & Literature program in South Dakota with the Common App?

Many English & Literature programs in South Dakota accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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English & Literature colleges in South Dakota

CampusPin lists 13 U.S. colleges in South Dakota that offer English & Literature programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

English develops critical reading, analytical writing, and rhetorical skill, a flexible major that feeds into law, publishing, education, marketing, and any field that values communication.

Schools in South Dakota that offer English & Literature

English & Literature programs in South Dakota: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 13 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

6 / 7

Universities / 2-year

12 / 1

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$8,008–$39,190

Median in-state tuition

$10,400

Lowest published in-state tuition

Western Dakota Technical College

$8,008

Most selective

Mount Marty University

48% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

South Dakota State University

10,119 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a English & Literature program

Literary analysis and theory
Survey of American, British, and world literature
Rhetoric and composition
Creative or professional writing workshops
Linguistics fundamentals
Research methods in the humanities
Genre studies (poetry, fiction, drama, nonfiction)
Senior thesis or portfolio

Where a English & Literature degree can lead

Editor / Copy Editor
Technical Writer
Content Marketer
Journalist
High School English Teacher (with cert)
Lawyer (with JD)

Typical pay: $42,000–$60,000 early-career

An English major covers literature (American, British, world, multicultural), creative writing, rhetoric and composition, and literary theory. Programs typically include a tracking choice, Literature, Creative Writing, Professional Writing, or Secondary Education, plus a senior research thesis or portfolio. The major builds skills (writing, analysis, evidence-based argument) that transfer broadly across professional fields.

English graduates work in publishing, journalism, marketing/content, technical writing, education, and law (English is a common pre-law major). The major pairs well with a minor in Communications, Marketing, or a foreign language.

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