BS in Creative Writing | Christian Literature

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026

Study Best Practices for Writing by Studying Prominent Works of Christian Literature with Liberty’s Bachelor’s in Creative Writing – Christian Literature

Have you ever wanted to tell stories? Do you wish to be trained in the mechanics of writing and study not only how to craft proper prose but also how to create with the flair of a poetic prosateur? Are you fascinated by the Christian authors of the past and present? Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Creative Writing – Christian Literature can help you prepare to pursue your endeavors.

With Liberty University Online, you can study how to compose as a craftsman, author as an artisan, and write as a wordsmith. The online BS in Creative Writing – Christian Literature at Liberty University explores writing across various genres, including Christian fantasy literature, Christian fiction, poetry, novellas, and memoirs.

If you are interested in authorship, publishing, journalism, blogging, or any other vocation where creative communication and writing are important, this may be the right program for you. The skills taught in this online undergraduate creative writing program can be applied to a variety of careers and are widely transferable across businesses and vocations.

Your officially conferred degree name will be Bachelor of Science (BS) in Creative Writing – Christian Literature.

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Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing – Christian Literature Online Degree Program?

Creative writing as a discipline trains students to tell stories. Stories communicate themes and events in a way that few other mediums can. Here at Liberty University, all of our classes are taught from a biblical worldview. Because of this, you have the great opportunity to be a Champion for Christ as you engage culture through creative writing and storytelling.

Writing is ultimately personal. In your studies, you’ll have the unique opportunity to be immersed in many different cultures and worlds as you not only craft your own stories but also participate in the peer-review processes that are necessary for growth as a writer. By reading and examining stories and famous works of literature, you can gain a fresh perspective of unique circumstances through the lens of the author. Completing a creative writing program with Liberty University provides the opportunity to investigate and create within the context of a biblical worldview.

All the classes required for our Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing – Christian Literature are 100% online. This allows you the flexibility to further your education while maintaining your personal commitments. Give yourself the advantage you deserve by partnering with us to hone your skills and expand your knowledge.

What Will You Study in Our Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing – Christian Literature Degree Program Online?

The BS in Creative Writing at Liberty University explores writing across various genres, such as fiction, poetry, theater, and film, so that you can become widely equipped for your vocation as a writer within your chosen field. This well-rounded approach to the field of creative writing can help increase your marketability. You can have the confidence that you can write various types of literature because you have already done so!

In Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Creative Writing – Christian Literature, you’ll take courses that cover a wide variety of topics. Subjects include:

Developing poetry-writing skills using various techniques and poetic forms
Fundamentals of editing for publishing
Literary components, complexity, and craft of creative writing
Production and revision of creative pieces
Research and bibliographic methods necessary for successful creative writing
Writing novellas

The specialization in Christian literature entails courses that give you the opportunity to study the intersection of faith and literature in detail. Courses cover Christian fantasy literature, literature of the Bible, contemporary Christian fiction, and an in-depth study of the works of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. By studying prominent works and authors in Christian literature, you can learn many of the skills you need to become a Christian author in the future.

The program culminates in a senior-level capstone seminar where a writing project integrating material from the program is produced.

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!

Undergraduate Full Time	$390/Credit
Undergraduate Part Time	$455/Credit
Military Undergraduate	$250/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.

Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.

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Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.

Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.

Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.

The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.

Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)

Unofficial College Transcript Policy

Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:

Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
Cumulative GPA
A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
Degree and date conferred (if applicable)

Official College Transcript Policy

An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

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If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.

Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

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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)*
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*Not applicable to certificates.

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Online Writing Degree in Christian Literature

What classes do the BS in Creative Writing – Christian Literature and the BS in English and Writing – Christian Literature have in common?

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The goal of the bachelor’s in creative writing is to help shape you into a well-rounded author. As such, the focus of the degree is on different types and purposes of writing. Through this program, you’ll get the opportunity to grow your writing capabilities and develop your portfolio. Courses unique to the BS in Creative Writing – Christian Literature cover subjects such as writing for cultural engagement; writing poetry, novellas, and memoirs; and writing for theater and film.

What classes are unique to the BS in English and Writing – Christian Literature?

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