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ECL 250 - Introduction to Literature of the United States

ECL 250: Introduction to Literature of the United States (3 units) at San Diego State University. 2 sections offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: A grade of C (2.0) or better in ENGL 100 or AFRAS 120 or AMIND 120 or CCS 111B or LING 100B or RWS 100 or RWS 105B. Counts toward Comparative Literature, B.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences (2024-25), English and Comparative Literature, B.A. (2026-27).

3 units
  • Complete with a Minimum GPA of 2.50
  • Preparation for the Major
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (offered)

Counts toward

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Introduction to key issues, methods, and texts in the study of Literature of the United States. Development of a broad and rigorous understanding of the concerns and debates that currently characterize the study of American literature.
Prerequisites
A grade of C (2.0) or better in ENGL 100 or AFRAS 120 or AMIND 120 or CCS 111B or LING 100B or RWS 100 or RWS 105B.
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Who can take it
Not open to students with credit in ENGL 250A or ENGL 250B.
Grading
LCR: Letter Grade with Cr/NC available. The grading default for the class will be letter grade, but students can opt to take it for Cr/NC

2 sections in Spring 2027

Class #7869· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
40 of 40 seats open
Tue, Thu 12:30 PM-1:45 PM · P 147
Class #10870· In-person · Open · Letter or CR/NC
20 of 20 seats open
Mon 4:10 PM-6:50 PM · N 108