Degree Requirements
Our creative writing program engages writers in all personal and professional aspects of their artistry, leading to lifelong writing.
Four semesters (or the equivalent) of a modern or classical language at the college level are required.
To earn a bachelor’s degree in creative writing, you must complete 126 credit hours including the University Core Curriculum and these classes:
| Creative Writing, 36 credits |
| ENG 230 |
Reading and Writing about Literature |
3 |
| ENG 285 |
Introduction to Creative Writing |
3 |
| ENG 405 |
Special Topic in Creative Writing |
3 |
| ENG 444 |
Senior Seminar |
3 |
15 hours from creative writing courses, including at least 6 hours from courses numbered
406 and above: |
| ENG 306 |
Creative Nonfiction Writing |
|
| ENG 307 |
Fiction Writing |
|
| ENG 308 |
Poetry Writing |
|
| ENG 310 |
Screenwriting |
|
| ENG 406 |
Advanced Creative Nonfiction Writing |
|
| ENG 407 |
Advanced Fiction Writing |
|
| ENG 408 |
Advanced Poetry Writng |
|
| ENG 409 |
Creative Writing in the Community |
|
| ENG 410 |
Advanced Script Writng |
|
| ENG 489 |
Practicum in Literary Editing and Publishing |
15 |
3 hours from literature courses numbered 300-399 |
3 |
| 3 hours from literature courses numered 400-499 |
3 |
3 hours from English courses numbered 205 or higher, excluding creative writing courses,
ENG 206, and any course specially designed for teacher preparation: ENG 150, 204, 302, 304, 311, 318, 350, 395, 401 |
3 |
|
Total Credits: |
36 |
Learn more about the details of these courses.