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California State University Fresno

Fresno , California ,United States

English - Creative Writing Option, B.A

English is a general major or minor designed to give proficiency in skills that traditionally have been among the most highly prized by society: an ability to read with comprehension and critical judgment; to communicate accurately and clearly both orally and in writing; to grasp difficult ideas and think logically; to do research and organize materials; to make ethical and moral judgments from an historical and humanistic framework; and to appreciate literature and the arts.

The core of the English major consists of four basic kinds of courses in the upper division: literary history courses, literary genre courses, literacy seminars, and writing courses. The masterpiece courses apply to the minor and may meet General Education requirements. The department also offers courses in mythology and folklore, methods of research, film, and women’s studies.

The Subject Matter Program for teaching credential candidates contains a number of specific prerequisites and special required courses, some of which are outside the Department of English. For specific program requirements, consult with the credential adviser each semester.

Intakes

  • Jan
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our benefits program is just one way the CSU demonstrates its dedication to your success and well-being. We want you to rest assured knowing you? and your family’s health and future are being looked after.

Comprehensive and flexible coverage options allow you to choose a plan that best suits your needs.

The following services make up the CSU’s comprehensive benefits package:

  • An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
  • Your choice of dental plans
  • Vision coverage
  • Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
  • Retirement plan through CalPERS
  • Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
  • FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Professional and Personal Development

Paid Time Off, Including:

  • Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or services)
  • 15 paid holidays per year
  • 12 sick days per year, with unlimited accrual
  • Parental leave (based on employee group)
  • Organ Donor leave
  • Jury Duty

Additional Benefits & Services

  • CalPERS Long Term Care (not accepting new applications)
  • Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), 457, 401(k))
  • Pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • Pre-tax parking deduction plan
  • Pre-paid legal services
  • Auto/Homeowners Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Scholarshare (529 plan)
  • Pet Insurance

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

TOEFL – 61 iBT, or

IELTS – 6.0 or with 5.5 Band score in each section, or

Duolingo - 100, or

SAT I - Reading and Writing of 550, or

ACT - English 22, or

AP English Language and Composition - 3 or higher, or

AP English Literature and Composition - 3 or higher, or

GTEC (Global Test of English Communication) - 1095, or

IB Eng A Language and Literature - HL4, or

IB Eng A Literature - HL4, or

Fresno State's American English Institute - Advanced Level, or

ELS Language Centers - Level 112, or

FLS International Language School – Level 16, or

TLC The Language Company – Level 9, or

UC Davis IEPP - Level 800, or

Pearson's Test of English – 45, or

iTEP - 3.6, or

Eiken - Grade Pre-1, or

ELITE Language Center of South Korea - Level 3

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