Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at Drew 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 New Jersey colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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Drew University

LAKESIDE BUSINESS PARK, 1500 LIBERTY PLACE, ERIAL, NJ

Drew University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Madison, New Jersey, which is a predominantly suburban area. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Approximately 2,700 students are enrolled per year at Drew University.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Social Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• English Language And Literature
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 21 to 28 for the ACT exam, or 1500 to 1850 for the SAT exam. This school admits approximately 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants admitted, about 13 percent enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at drew.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $45,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $7,900. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Drew University is the "Rangers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Fencing (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.drew.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drew University offers a master's degree program in creative writing.

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

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 340
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $69980
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Annual Salary: $65660

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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $73000
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 850
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $63820
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $58110

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

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $59050
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $65820
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.09
  • Average Annual Salary: $60500

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