English and Philosophy students gain real-world experience in Drexel’s Co-op program, the Drexel Publishing Group, Community-Based Learning courses, Study Abroad and more.
The Department of English and Philosophy at Drexel offers undergraduate majors including the BA in English and the BA in Philosophy as well as the BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. Undergraduate students who qualify can pursue accelerated programs including a BA in English and MS in Strategic and Digital Communication or a BA in English / JD in Law. In addition, our department offers the Creative Writing MFA degree program, plus a wide variety of career-relevant minor and certificate options.
Experience Our Literary Community
When Madison Betts, BA english ’23 began her undergrad experience at Drexel in 2018, she thought environmental science was her future. So, it was a big surprise to her when, after trying creative writing, she discovered her passion for the craft and switched her major to English.
Now, Betts is a Creative Writing MFA student and says her English degree served as a solid foundation for the graduate program. She’s found that Drexel's literary community —both professors and peers— has been “a source of unwavering support, guidance and wisdom that has made all the difference.”
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The Drexel Co-Op
Through Drexel's renowned cooperative education program, students embark on up to three, six-month periods of full-time employment, exploring their career options, strengthening their résumés and building a professional network in the process.
Learn more about the Drexel Co-Op Program
Community-Based Learning
From writing the life journal of a hospice patient, to exploring war stories alongside veterans, our unique Community-Based Learning courses allow students to gain a deeper appreciation for course material as they learn alongside our community.
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Drexel Publishing Group
Students interested in writing, editing and publishing can build their skills in those areas by working with the Drexel Publishing Group, which oversees The 33rd, Write Now Philly, and related projects. Students can also work with Maya, Drexel’s student-run, undergraduate literary magazine.