Opportunities after Graduation

Our graduates have gone on to graduate school in English, M.F.A. programs in creative writing, or schools of law, journalism, education, and business. Click here for more grad school information.

The study of English gives students the analytical thinking and communication skills that are much in demand in a variety of careers. English and English-Creative Writing majors/minors have found careers in such fields as editing, publishing, journalism, advertising, public relations, finance, business, law, teaching, librarianship, communications, and writing. Click here to explore career options.

The English advisory council serve as a resource for students by identifying the kinds of positions and careers typically available to and enjoyed by Sweet Briar graduates with majors/minors in English or English-Creative Writing. They also provide internship information and serve on career panels held on campus. Click here to learn about the current council members and how to contact them.