Trace British writing from Old English through the present in a focused, 15-credit minor.
Why add a British Literature Minor at Shawnee State University
A two-part English Literature Survey grounds you in the major periods — Old English through the Renaissance, then Romanticism to the present.
Focus on what interests you most. Pick three more British literature courses at the 3000 level or above.
Small classes mean faculty know your work and give you direct feedback.
A natural complement to an English major or to anyone planning graduate study in literature, theology, library science, or related fields.
What you'll study
The minor requires 15 credit hours: a two-part British literature survey plus three upper-division British literature courses.
- English Literature Survey — Old English through the Renaissance
- English Literature Survey — Romanticism to Present
- Three British literature courses at the 3000 level or above (chosen with your advisor)
View the full curriculum and sample schedule in the Academic Catalog
Who should consider this minor
- English & Humanities majors who want a deeper focus on the British tradition
- Students planning graduate study in literature or related humanities fields
- Education majors who'll teach British texts
- Anyone curious about the ideas and styles that shaped centuries of writing in English
Tuition and Financial Aid
SSU offers affordable tuition rates with the Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee ensuring that your tuition, room, meal plan, and general fees remain consistent for four years.
To support students financially, Shawnee State provides a variety of scholarship opportunities:
- Merit-Based Scholarships: Awards ranging from $2,000 to full tuition are available based on academic achievements, such as GPA and standardized test scores.
- Choose Ohio First Scholarships: Specifically for Ohio residents pursuing degrees in high-demand fields like Medical Laboratory Technology, these scholarships offer awards from $1,500 up to full tuition.
- Pell-Eligible Free Tuition Program: Students from select Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky counties who qualify for federal Pell Grants may be eligible for free tuition.
For detailed information on tuition rates and to explore all scholarship opportunities, please visit the Tuition & Fees and Scholarships pages.
We encourage you to contact your advisor, the Bursar’s Office, or the Financial Aid Office for details about your personal tuition or billing statement.
Contact Information
Ann Linden
Title: Department Chair
Area: Department of English & Humanities
Phone: (740) 351-3300
Email: alinden@shawnee.edu