Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at William Paterson University of New Jersey 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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William Paterson University of New Jersey

1033 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, NJ

William Paterson University of New Jersey provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Wayne, New Jersey and publically funded. Enrollment at William Paterson University of New Jersey exceeds 11,000 annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs William Paterson University of New Jersey offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to WP score in a range of 900 to 1100 on the SAT. This school accepts approximately 60 percent of students applying yearly. Of those admitted, around 33 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at wpunj.edu.

Tuition & fees at WP are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $13,000 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 per year. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $7,400 per year. Students enrolled at William Paterson University of New Jersey may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at WP through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students should visit the WP website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. William Paterson University of New Jersey 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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Annual Salary: $71440
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 710
  • Average Annual Salary: $84440

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 990
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $71200
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 700
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $87150

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $73640
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 210

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