2024 Best English Schools in Virginia
16
Colleges in Virginia
1,401
English Language Degrees Awarded
If you pursue a degree in
english, you won't be alone. The field of study is the #19 most popular program in the country. So, there are lots of possibilities to explore when you're trying to determine where you want to get your degree.
In 2024, College Factual analyzed 16 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best English Schools in Virginia ranking. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 1,401 degrees in english during the 2020-2021 academic year.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Choosing a Great English School
Your choice of english school matters, so we have put together these rankings to help you make your decision. For our Best Overall English School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.
English Rankings by Degree Level
Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best English Schools in Virginia list, to help you choose the best school for you.
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Best Schools for English in Virginia
Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the english language degree levels they offer.
10 Top Virginia Schools in English Language
Doctor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
1st
Most Popular In VA
186
English Language Degrees Awarded
University of Virginia - Main Campus is one of the best schools in the country for getting a degree in english. Located in the suburb of Charlottesville, University of Virginia is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #33 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means University of Virginia is a great university overall.
There were about 186 english students who graduated with this degree at University of Virginia in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from University of Virginia - Main Campus
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In VA
81
English Language Degrees Awarded
Virginia Tech is a wonderful choice for students pursuing a degree in english. Virginia Tech is a very large public school located in the small city of Blacksburg. A Best Colleges rank of #62 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Virginia Tech is a great school overall.
There were roughly 81 english students who graduated with this degree at Virginia Tech in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from Virginia Tech
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
7th
Most Popular In VA
65
English Language Degrees Awarded
Any student pursuing a degree in english has to check out William & Mary. William & Mary is a medium-sized public school located in the suburb of Williamsburg. A Best Colleges rank of #111 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means William & Mary is a great school overall.
There were about 65 english students who graduated with this degree at William & Mary in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from William & Mary
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
3rd
Most Popular In VA
81
English Language Degrees Awarded
It is hard to beat George Mason University if you wish to pursue a degree in english. Located in the large suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #117 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means GMU is a great university overall.
There were approximately 81 english students who graduated with this degree at GMU in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in english from George Mason University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
8th
Most Popular In VA
59
English Language Degrees Awarded
Located in the small city of Harrisonburg, JMU is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #169 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means JMU is a great university overall.
There were roughly 59 english students who graduated with this degree at JMU in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from James Madison University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
2nd
Most Popular In VA
112
English Language Degrees Awarded
VCU is a very large public university located in the city of Richmond. A Best Colleges rank of #240 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means VCU is a great university overall.
There were approximately 112 english students who graduated with this degree at VCU in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in english from Virginia Commonwealth University
VMI is a small public school located in the town of Lexington. A Best Colleges rank of #326 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means VMI is a great school overall.
There were approximately 21 english students who graduated with this degree at VMI in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in english from Virginia Military Institute
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
10th
Most Popular In VA
45
English Language Degrees Awarded
Located in the midsize city of Newport News, CNU is a public university with a small student population. This university ranks 17th out of 63 colleges for overall quality in the state of Virginia.
There were roughly 45 english students who graduated with this degree at CNU in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from Christopher Newport University
Master's Degree
Highest Degree Type
6th
Most Popular In VA
72
English Language Degrees Awarded
Old Dominion is a fairly large public university located in the city of Norfolk. This university ranks 14th out of 63 schools for overall quality in the state of Virginia.
There were about 72 english students who graduated with this degree at Old Dominion in the most recent year we have data available.
More information about a degree in english from Old Dominion University
Bachelor's Degree
Highest Degree Type
5th
Most Popular In VA
80
English Language Degrees Awarded
Located in the suburb of Fredericksburg, UMW is a public university with a small student population. This university ranks 21st out of 63 schools for overall quality in the state of Virginia.
There were about 80 english students who graduated with this degree at UMW in the most recent data year.
More information about a degree in english from University of Mary Washington
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