English is one of the central liberal arts degrees. A background in English provides graduates with a sound basis for pursuing a variety of careers, including law, business, education, publishing and government, as well as graduate work in creative writing, language, literary and cultural studies, and critical writing. English engages students in diverse literary heritages as well as fosters the development of sophisticated abilities in critical analysis, creative inquiry, reflective reading, and effective communication and expression.
The Creative Writing program focuses on writing courses: creative writing in fiction, drama, poetry, or nonfiction prose and includes coursework in literature to supplement the creative writing courses. Students in the upper-divisional courses are expected to interpret and analyze literature in thoughtful, organized, and clear essays that are free of mechanical errors. If you think you need help with your reading and writing, we strongly encourage you, in addition to your work in English courses, to consult the Hacherl Research & Writing Studio and other University resources.
Introductory and advanced critical writing genre courses form the core of the major, giving students an opportunity to develop their craft and aesthetics through intensive writing, reading, and workshops. Students must take courses in at least two different genres. Aside from the core courses, creative writing majors take 25 credits in literature (which may include literary/cultural, rhetorical, and literacy theory and film studies) at the 300- or 400-level. Special modes courses (456, 457, 458, 460) introduce advanced students to distinct forms within their major genres.
Academic Requirements for freshman students:
The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:
Completed application form
Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)
Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates
SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)
A cumulative GPA of 2.0
Personal Statement or essay
One letter of recommendation
List of extracurricular activities(if any)
Portfolio
N/A
Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.
Humanities and Social Sciences
Bellingham, Washington.
Undergraduate
Full-Time, 4 years
September, January
6.5
USA: $29,175 , International: $47,082,
Scotland
6.0
Undergraduate
20900
Belfast, Northern Ireland
6.5
Undergraduate
23100
London
6.0
Undergraduate
GBP 40620