The Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing at Washington and Jefferson College offers you a dedicated pathway to becoming a proficient writer across fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. This undergraduate degree is designed for students passionate about crafting compelling narratives and exploring the art of literary expression. You will develop a keen aesthetic judgment and critical voice, essential for both creating and evaluating literary texts. By engaging with advanced writing techniques and literary analysis, you will build a strong foundation in the principles that underpin impactful storytelling and poetic form.
You will pursue this degree full-time on campus over four years, immersing yourself in a curriculum that includes Advanced Fiction Writing, Advanced Poetry Writing, Creative Writing Literary Editing Practicum, and Writing Creative Non-Fiction. Your studies will culminate in the creation of a polished portfolio showcasing your best work in at least two genres. This programme prepares you for a variety of professional paths, including further graduate study, publishing, editing, and a wide range of careers where strong communication and storytelling skills are highly valued.