Frequently Asked Questions
REGARDING CHANGES IN THE ENGLISH MAJOR
FALL 2004
What has changed?
What set of requirements am I to follow?
If I declared the major before the first day of fall semester 2004, do I need to make a formal decision about which set of requirements to follow?
I am working under the old requirements, but the names and numbers of many courses have changed, and they are no longer listed under the old categories. Which of the new courses fulfill the old requirements?
I am an old major electing to follow the new requirements. How will my old courses be applied to the new categories?
I am a new major and am unsure about what sequence of courses I should take to fulfill the requirements? Are there any introductory courses?
Will I be awarded credit by examination toward the English major?
How many hours may I transfer from another college or university toward the major?
How will I know who my advisor is?
Since English majors do not take 08G:1 Interpretation of Literature, what kind of course should I take in place of this requirement?
How do I qualify for English Honors?
What kinds of writing courses are available for undergraduates at Iowa?
How do I sign up for an independent study?
How do I include an internship in my plan of study?
Can I count correspondence courses toward the English major?
What is the 50-Hour Rule?
How do I sign up for the "second grade option"?
How do I get started if I want to study abroad?
How do I register for classes during the semester I am studying abroad in another country?
Where do I apply for scholarships and financial aid?
What kind of awards does the English Department offer?
What can I do with an English major?
Should I go to graduate school?
How do I apply to graduate programs?
How do I prepare for the job market?
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