Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at St. Andrews 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 North Carolina colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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St. Andrews University

505A Cross Creek Mall, Fayetteville, NC

St. Andrews 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 Laurinburg, North Carolina, which is a predominantly rural area. The Presbyterian Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. St. Andrews University, with only around 440 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and hands on instruction as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study offered at St. Andrews University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and admissions essays may be required for certain programs.

Tuition is approximately $24,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Some students at St. Andrews University may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

St. Andrews University has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Golf

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

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. St. Andrews University offers a bachelor'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

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

• Fayetteville, NC
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $51590

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).