Creative Writing Academic Certificate

Grow as a Writer and a Reader

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    Program Duration: Short-Term
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    Degree Type: Academic Certificate
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    Total Credit Hours: 33
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About This Certificate

You will take literature and creative writing courses; have opportunities to interact with visiting writers; and attend readings, workshops, festivals, and other special events. Throughout this program, you will learn techniques necessary for the mastery of the craft of creative writing, improve your creative writing skills through feedback and continued revision, and gain insight into local and national resources for writers and the publication process. Our program culminates in a capstone course, Portfolio Development, which is designed to help you prepare to apply to four-year writing programs and develop manuscripts for publication.

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Featured Transfer Opportunities

Arcadia University

A private university known for its diverse academic programs and global perspective, located in Glenside, Pennsylvania.

Cabrini University

A private Catholic university in Radnor, Pennsylvania, known for its commitment to social justice and community engagement. 

Chestnut Hill College

A private liberal arts college located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs.

Cheyney University

A historically Black public university known for rigorous academic programs, dedicated faculty, and supportive student learning resources.

Eastern University

A private Christian university known for its faith-based education.

Temple University

A public research university in Philadelphia, offering diverse programs and a vibrant campus experience.

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$89,248

Median Salary of a English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

1,392

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English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

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.

Starting Pay: $46,727

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Typical Tasks

  • Prepare, rewrite, and edit copy to improve readability, or supervise others who do this work.
  • Verify facts, dates, and statistics, using standard reference sources.
  • Read copy or proof to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, and syntax.
  • Develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
  • Review and approve proofs submitted by the composing room prior to publication production.