Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at Morehead State 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 Kentucky colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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Morehead State University

512 E. Stephens St, Midway, KY

Morehead State University, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Morehead, KY, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. Approximately eight thousand students enroll at MSU per year.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. The most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to this school are between 19 - 24 on the ACT, or 940 - 1140 on the SAT. Approximately 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 54% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $7,600 and out-of-state residents pay $19,000 for the year. Some students at Morehead State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as grants or student loans.

The MSU "Eagles" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

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

Students who would like to learn more about Morehead State University can take a look at their website at moreheadstate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Morehead State 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

Salary & Wages

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 210
  • Average Annual Salary: $67000

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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.46
  • Average Annual Salary: $46710

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

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $58830

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