Hone Your Storytelling Skills and Expand Your Knowledge of Writing Practices Through a Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing Online Degree
Liberty’s online Bachelor of Science (BS) in Creative Writing degrees offer a comprehensive education in the English language and the tools you need to further develop your writing skills. There are several exciting specializations to choose from, allowing you to tailor your degree to your interests.
No matter which specialization you choose, you will receive a quality education that can help equip you with a unique set of skills and help you prepare for a rewarding career where you can put your writing skills to use.
Study principles and practices in creative writing. Learn to craft different works such as poems, memoirs, and novellas. Develop skills in editing for publishing; print and digital publishing; writing for cultural engagement, theater, and film; and researching for writing. Partner with us here at Liberty University to build your portfolio and broaden your writing abilities.
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Undergraduate Creative Writing Degree?
There are many benefits to choosing one of Liberty’s online undergraduate creative writing degrees. We offer flexible learning options, allowing you to complete your coursework on your schedule. Our online programs also provide you with access to experienced faculty and valuable resources, including our Online Writing Center.
Liberty University is recognized for academic excellence and commitment to our mission of Training Champions for Christ. We are here to help you grow and succeed, both inside and outside the classroom. We integrate a Christian worldview into every program and class that we offer, giving you the opportunity to explore the connection between faith and your chosen career field and deepen your relationship with God.
Our dedicated professors offer real-world experience and expertise that uniquely qualifies them to teach our undergraduate students. They also have a strong commitment to the Christian faith and are here to support you as you learn and grow.
What Will You Learn in Our Bachelor’s in Creative Writing Online Degrees?
In Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing online degree program, you can learn the fundamentals of creative writing, including fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, novellas, poetry, and screenwriting. The program emphasizes the importance of strong writing skills and provides opportunities for you to develop your craft through workshops and peer review.
You will also study editing for publishing; methods and materials of research; writing for theater and film; and writing for cultural engagement. The different specialization options give you a unique opportunity to tailor your studies to your interests with your future career goals in mind. Upon completion of the program, you can be equipped with the critical thinking, research, and communication skills necessary for a successful career in creative writing or related fields.
Featured Courses
- WRIT 201 – Introduction to Creative Writing
- WRIT 306 – Writing for Theater and Film*
- WRIT 400 – Editing for Publishing
- WRIT 417 – Writing for Cultural Engagement*
*Course guide coming soon
Highlights of Our Online Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing Degree
We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- You can finish your online undergraduate program in creative writing in as little as 3.5 years!
Undergraduate Creative Writing Online Degree Information
- This program falls under the College of Arts and Sciences.
- View our Undergraduate Arts and Sciences Course Guides (login required).
Military Benefits for Our Online Undergraduate Programs
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank-you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
Potential Career Opportunities for Undergraduate Creative Writing Graduates
- Advertiser/marketer
- Article writer
- Author
- Blogger
- Columnist
- Editor
- Journalist
- Magazine journalist
- Marketing executive
- Newspaper journalist
- Playwright
- Poet
- Proofreader
- Researcher
- Screenwriter
- Songwriter
- Speechwriter
- Technical writer
- Travel blogger/writer
- Web content writer/manager
- Writing coach/consultant
Admission Requirements for Our BS in Creative Writing
Applicants must have a 2.0 or above cumulative GPA for admission in good standing. Please visit our admission requirements page for more detailed admissions-related information.
All applicants must submit the following:
- Admission application
- Application fee*
- Official college transcripts
- Unofficial college transcripts may be accepted with a completed official transcript request form**
- High School Self-Certification form and official high school transcripts within first 12 credit hours
- Proof of English proficiency (for applicants whose native language is other than English)
*There is no upfront application fee; however, a deferred $50 application fee will be assessed during Financial Check-In. This fee is waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required.
**An official transcript is needed within 60 days of acceptance or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first.
Christian Literature
The Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing – Christian Literature specialization focuses on exploring the intersection of faith and literature. You can learn to analyze and interpret literary works from a Christian perspective. This includes studying the Bible as literature and exploring how the Christian worldview influences literature. You can also learn how to write literature that reflects your Christian beliefs, including creative writing that incorporates Christian themes and messages.
Potential Career Options
- Blogger
- Christian author
- Editor
- Literary agent
- Proofreader
- Technical writer
View the Degree Completion Plan.
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