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    Wagner College

    Bachelor in Comparative Literature

    Staten Island, United States4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    Wagner College, on Staten Island and close to New York City, is a private liberal arts college that blends a close-knit campus community with access to metropolitan opportunities. Founded in 1883, Wagner delivers a personalized educational experience through small classes, engaged faculty and experiential learning across the liberal arts, sciences and professional programs. The college places strong emphasis on undergraduate research, community engagement and career preparation.

    Academically, Wagner offers a range of majors with hands-on learning, internships and field experiences that leverage New York City as an extended campus for cultural, professional and civic opportunities. Faculty mentorship and applied projects help students develop professional skills and networks. The college supports international students through advising, orientation programs and services that foster academic success and social integration.

    Student life balances a welcoming residential environment with abundant extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities and community service. Proximity to Manhattan expands internship, arts and industry options for students seeking real-world experience during their studies. Prospective international applicants should consult Wagner's admissions team about program offerings, campus housing and internship pathways to make the most of both the college's intimate campus culture and its New York City connections.

    About the Program

    The Bachelor in Comparative Literature at Wagner College is a degree program for students who want to explore literature from an international perspective. This four-year program helps students develop a deeper understanding of literature and its cultural contexts. The program's main advantages include developing broad and particular perspectives on literature and cultures.

    The curriculum covers literary study from various cultural, philosophical, and linguistic contexts. Students develop skills in literary analysis, critical thinking, and cultural understanding. They also get to explore surrounding texts, languages, and cultures, which helps them develop a deeper literary insight.

    Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Literary Critics, Editors, Publishers, Teachers, or Cultural Consultants. They can work in industries such as education, publishing, or arts and culture. Employers may include schools, universities, publishing houses, or cultural institutions.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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