Written Communication, M.S.

This program was designed for college graduates to develop their writing skills. The program offers a wide variety of electives that allow students to focus on their own writing interests, whether creative or professional.

In addition to the College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Admission Requirements, applicants must:

• Submit the results of the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal (waived if the applicant has a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or has a GPA of 3.0 or higher)
• Sit for an in-person interview
• Complete a brief impromptu essay
• Note: List of three references is waived for applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Program Details:

• Requires 33 SH for completion
• Requires a thesis

• Students may be able to apply:

  • Up to six hours of graduate credit from another institution, with approval from the program director
  • Up to six hours of graduate credit from other NLU programs
  • Up to six hours of credit by proficiency for past professional experience

Required Courses

Program Core

English Elective Courses

Choose 21–24 SH from the courses below: