Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at McMurry 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 Texas colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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McMurry University

Also known as McMurray University

1400 College Dr, Waco, TX

McMurry University is a nonprofit private college that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Abilene, TX, in a predominantly urban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. McMurray University has a yearly student enrollment of around 1,400.

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

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at McMurray University. A score within the range of 830 to 1050 on the SAT, or 17 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 61% of those who apply are admitted to McMurray University, of which 43 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at mcm.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $24,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending McMurray University. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,800 per year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The mascot for McMurry University is the "Indians", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students may visit the McMurry University website to see a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

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

• Waco, TX
  • Average Annual Salary: $62000

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

• Waco, TX
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $41900

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

• Waco, TX
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.42
  • Average Annual Salary: $36230

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