The Broader Picture

Comparative literature students are encouraged to study literature and culture in Beloit’s international programs. Some majors also enroll in Beloit’s summer Center for Language Studies. Majors find internships on campus publications, working as translators, or writing and teaching in international settings.

Students learning Chinese in a full immersion style program during Beloit's Center for Language Studies program.

Careers

Comparative literature majors have found positions in the United States and abroad as teachers, writers, translators, and editors. Several of our recent alumni are completing doctorates in prestigious comparative literature graduate programs.