Program Overview
Writing Arts (B.A.)
Overview
Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Writing Arts and grow as a writer within a variety of genres, with opportunities to concentrate in creative writing, technical and professional writing, and new media writing and publishing.
Program Description
Understand the multiple facets of written communication and write in all genres to adapt to meet the ever-changing needs of a career field and the world. Become a flexible, adaptable writer, ready to bring advanced writing, reading and critical thinking skills to the workplace.
Recommended For
- Thinkers, doers, creators, and persuaders
- Those interested in careers in:
- News Editor
- News Writer
- Publishing
- Public Relations
- New Media Writing
- Law
Accelerated Program
The Writing Arts Accelerated Program is available for students who want to earn their degree in a shorter amount of time.
Student Testimonials
- "My confidence in my writing abilities has increased so much since beginning in the program." - Nicole C., Morris County, NJ
- "Because I love all of the classes Rowan has to offer, I try to do internships over the summer. They’ve showed me different areas of writing and publishing and all the different ways I could do what I love." - Rachel B., Camden County, NJ
- "I like to surround myself with the arts. I landed summer internship with Campus Philly after seeing a post from the Writing Arts department calling for an editorial/social media intern." - Matthew V., Gloucester County, NJ
- "Through my internship with the Writing Arts department I’m learning a lot of digital skills." - Marissa S., Salem County, NJ
- "Show your work. Don’t be afraid to change some things about your writing because if you leave Rowan as the same writer you entered you didn’t learn anything." - Destiny H., Camden County, NJ
Program of Interest
Writing Arts is also available as a program of interest for students who want to explore the field further.
Related Programs
- English
- Journalism
- Public Relations
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts in Writing Arts program at Rowan University aims to develop students' writing skills across various genres, including creative writing, technical and professional writing, and new media writing and publishing. The program emphasizes understanding the multifaceted nature of written communication and the ability to adapt writing styles to meet diverse career demands. Graduates will be versatile writers equipped with advanced writing, reading, and critical thinking skills applicable to the workplace. The program is recommended for thinkers, doers, creators, and persuaders.
Careers:
The program prepares students for careers in news editing, news writing, publishing, public relations, new media writing, and law.
Other:
Several student testimonials highlight their experiences in the program. These testimonials emphasize the growth in writing abilities, the value of summer internships in exploring different writing and publishing areas, and the acquisition of digital skills through internships. The program also offers a 4+1 B.A./M.A. option.
