English

Associate Degree for Transfer - AA649 (CalGETC)
English

English

English majors study composition, critical thinking, literature, linguistics, and creative writing. English majors learn to analyze and interpret diverse texts and to construct logical, well-supported arguments and literary analyses. Completion of the Associate Degree in English for Transfer (ADT) will prepare you to meet minimum lower division admission requirements (60 transferable units) for transfer to a Califo rnia State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) school. For additional requirements for transfer to a UC, please meet with your counselor. The English program map below includes all of your major coursework and recommended general education courses by term that is needed to fulfill your degree and transfer requirements.

English - ADT (CSU and UC)

0-15 units
Fall/Spring Units
ENGL C1000/C1000H 4
ENGL 8, 20, 23, 24, 30 or 44 3
STAT-C1000/C1000H or MAT 25 4
Soc 1, 2, 10, or 12 3
Intersession (Winter/Summer) Units
Gui 47 or ALR 3 3
16-30 units
Fall/spring Units
COMM C1000 or 9 3
ENGL 1B/ 1BH 4
ENGL 6, 7, 14, 15, 40, 41 and/or 11 3
HIS 6/6H, 7/7H, 14, 15 or 44 3
Intersession (Winter/Summer) Units
ANTH 1 3
31-45 units
Fall/spring Units

ENGL 6, 7, 14, 15, 40, 41 or 11
AND an additional class from the above list OR one from the following: ENGL 17A or 38; ENGL 8, 9, 20, 23, 24, 25, 30, 34, or 44 

 3
ETS 1 or POL 21 3
Intersession (Winter/Summer) Units
HIS 6 or 7 3
45-60+ units
Fall/spring Units
ENGL - Whatever major courses you still need  3
FST 1, 2, 4 or AHD 1, 2 or 6, or THE 3 3
GEG 1, GEO 1, or OCE 1, AST 1A 3
*LOTE can be met with 2 years of the same language in high school (C or better grade)
**Any additional elective classes above or any UC transferable class to meet the minimum 60 units requirement 

For alternative CSU/UC General Education options refer to the RCC Catalog, under Requirements for College Transfer.

Milestones

Milestones are courses, co-curricular activities and recommendations from your Student Success Team that will keep you on track towards completion of your degree. Check off your milestones as you complete them.
  • Complete English C1000 (transfer-level English)
  • Complete transfer-level math
  • Complete English 1B (Critical Thinking)
  • Apply to Universities (CSU/UC application period Oct 1-Nov 30)
  • Apply for ADT degree by beginning of spring term before transfer
  • Complete RCC Graduation application (during your last term)
  • Meet with your Counselor to Complete your Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)
  • Complete FAFSA (Oct 1st - Mar 2nd for priority)
  • Meet with Faculty Advisor for career/research opportunities
  • Request letters of recommendation for transfer
  • Meet with your Counselor to update SEP (every semester)
  • Meet with your Counselor for pre-graduation check
  • Research Potential Clubs on Campus
  • Participate in tutoring, student success workshops or supplemental instruction
  • Participate in one English Advising Activity
  • Visit the Career Center for Internship opportunities
  • Research transfer institutions
  • Attend "What's Next" Transfer workshops and Transfer Fair
  • Participate in an internship/ job shadowing
  • Participate in a research activity (meet with Faculty Advisor)

Careers for English Majors

Salaries Range : $46,000 - $128,000

  • Corporate Communications Director 
  • Technical Writer
  • Editor
  • Diplomat
  • Teacher
  • Freelance Writer
  • Lawyer