Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at Hamline 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 Minnesota colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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Hamline University

800 West College Avenue, Saint Peter, MN

Hamline University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Paul, MN, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a United Methodist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Hamline University is nearly five thousand per year.

Students can select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1430 - 1830 for the SAT exam and in a range of 21 - 27 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to Hamline University. Hamline University accepts roughly 70 percent of students applying. Of those students accepted, nearly 24 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $35,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. The price of on-campus housing is around $4,700 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Hamline University is the "Pipers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through oversight by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

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

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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).