Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at Brown University offers students instruction on the process and techniques of composing literary pieces such as short stories, poetry, novels, personal essays, and more. Students who graduate from the creative writing degree program may pursue a writing career as an essayist, novelist, editor, creative writing teacher, poet, human interest feature writer, and more. Courses in the program include technical and editorial skills, literary criticism, and the marketing of completed manuscripts. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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Brown University (YTI)

1405 Williams Road, York, PA

Brown University provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Providence, RI and operated as a private institution. Enrollment at Brown University exceeds eight thousand annually.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Interdisciplinary Studies

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores between 29 - 33 on the ACT or 1920 - 2250 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 9% of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information from the admissions office can be found via the school or from our secure portal by requesting information.

The cost of tuition is approximately $46,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is around $7,400 for the year. Students at Brown University may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Brown University "Bears" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Fencing (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can visit the school's brown.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. YTI has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, english language and literature teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.4% from 2014 to 2024

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Editors

Description

Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, editors employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• York-Hanover, PA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.97
  • Average Annual Salary: $43610

Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers

Description

Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, poets, lyricists and creative writers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).