Writing Arts Programs
Undergraduate
The undergraduate major in Writing Arts provides students an in-depth understanding of the multiple facets of written communication. Through a variety of courses and learning experiences, students develop their awareness of writing's theoretical foundations and practical applications. As one of the few departments of writing in the U.S., Writing Arts is uniquely positioned to help students learn to communicate effectively within our dynamic culture.
The Writing Arts B.A. offers three concentrations as well :
The Writing Arts B.A. offers three concentrations as well :
The Writing Arts minors are 18 credit programs, only two courses more than the CUGS or concentrations. The minor is open to Writing Arts majors and students who are not Writing Arts majors. Writing Arts majors who complete the 12-credit concentrations within the major may take an additional 6 credits to receive the minor. However, no required courses counting toward the Writing Arts major can be double counted for the Minor. The minor in Writing Arts is 18 credit of required courses that follow a condensed version of the B.A.
The Writing Arts Department offers five minors:
The Writing Arts Department offers five minors:
A Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) allows students to gain expertise in a specific area focus within a short period of time, typically within one or two semesters. CUGS are intended for students interested in the specific area focus who do not wish to major or minor in that focus. The CUGS offered by the Rowan University Writing Arts Department vary between 12-15 credit requirements. Since the CUGS are intended for a student outside of the department, these CUGS are available to all non-Writing Arts majors and minors.
The Writing Arts Department offers five CUGS, including:
The Writing Arts Department offers five CUGS, including:
- Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Creative Writing
- Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Technical and Professional Writing
- Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Writing Studies for Educators
- Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Writing for the Environment
- Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Publishing and Writing for the Public
Graduate Programs
The Master of Arts in Writing encourages students to explore the principals of craft and the practices of writing. Central to our approach toward writing is the conviction that student benefit from exposure to and experimentation with multiple genres.
In fulfilling the program requirements, students may focus on a central area of interest or create a diverse course of study that explores the intersections between creative writing, professional writing, new media, journalism, writing studies, and writing pedagogy.
In fulfilling the program requirements, students may focus on a central area of interest or create a diverse course of study that explores the intersections between creative writing, professional writing, new media, journalism, writing studies, and writing pedagogy.
(Also known as “the Accelerated Bachelor of Arts in Writing Arts/Master of Arts in Writing Dual Degree Program”—or “the BA/MA Program”).
The 4+1 program allows students to complete both a BA degree with a major in Writing Arts and a Master of Arts in Writing in five years instead of the usual six years or longer.
The 4+1 program allows students to complete both a BA degree with a major in Writing Arts and a Master of Arts in Writing in five years instead of the usual six years or longer.
For more information about the graduate programs contact
Ronald Block, the Graduate Programs Coordinator, via email: blockr@rowan.edu
Ronald Block, the Graduate Programs Coordinator, via email: blockr@rowan.edu
Certificates of Graduate Study (COGS) offer students a unique opportunity to study highly specialized topics in writing without committing to a full MA program. Students will enjoy the benefits of small classes, dedicated instructors, and talented fellow students. Courses completed as part of a COGS may be applied to the MA in Writing program if students decide to pursue the degree.
We currently offer four Certificates:
We currently offer four Certificates:
For more information about the graduate programs click here, or contact:
Ron Block via email: blockr@rowan.edu or on-campus: x4858
Ron Block via email: blockr@rowan.edu or on-campus: x4858
Scholarships & Awards
- Incoming students can learn about our Emerging Writers scholarship here.
- A link to further detail about the Denise Gess Literary Awards at Rowan University can be found here.
- Learn about our Excellence in Writing Arts Medallion Award here
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For more information about scholarships and awards click here
New information will be made available spring 2019
New information will be made available spring 2019