UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA · UNITED STATES
English Minor in Creative Writing
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The University of Virginia offers an eighteen-credit minor in Creative Writing, open to all undergraduate students. This minor provides an opportunity to explore various writing genres and literary study. Students from diverse academic backgrounds, including engineering, commerce, architecture, education, and nursing, are encouraged to pursue this minor. While it does not have prerequisites beyond declaring a major, English majors cannot declare this minor as it falls within the same department. Upon completion, the minor will be noted on your transcript.
Curriculum
The Creative Writing minor requires a total of eighteen credits, structured to provide a foundation in writing workshops and literary analysis.
- Core Requirements
- Workshop CourseENCW
- Literary Prose or Poetry PoeticsENCW 4550 or ENCW 4820
- Literature CourseENGL
Frequently asked questions
- What are the requirements to declare the English Minor in Creative Writing?
- You must have a declared major at the University of Virginia, complete three ENCW workshop courses (at least two at the 3000-level or higher), one ENCW 4550 or ENCW 4820 course, and two ENGL literature courses (3000-level or higher, with one focusing on pre-1900 literature). English majors cannot declare this minor.
- How do I apply for the Creative Writing minor?
- To declare the minor, obtain the College's 'Declare a Major or Minor' form, complete it including specific contact information for 'Anna Beecher' (am2aw@virginia.edu), and submit it according to College procedures.
- When is the deadline to declare the minor?
- Most students must declare a minor before the add deadline of their next-to-last semester, which is typically the fall add deadline of their fourth year.
- What is the total credit requirement for the minor?
- The Creative Writing minor requires a total of eighteen credits.
- Does the University of Virginia offer financial aid or scholarships for international students?
- The University of Virginia meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduate students, including out-of-state students. The Access UVA program is a need-based grant/scholarship covering 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduates, with applications due by the annual March 1 deadline.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- Specific tuition amounts for international students are not listed, but are subject to financial aid assessment. The university is recognized for its value and affordability, aiming to minimize student debt.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate EnrollmentMust have a declared major at the University of Virginia.
Workshop CoursesThree ENCW workshop courses required, with at least two at the 3000 level or higher. One ENCW 2000-level course can be applied. Workshops can be in poetry, fiction, or nonfiction.
Advanced StudyOne ENCW 4550 (topics in literary prose) or ENCW 4820 (poetry poetics) course.
Literature CoursesTwo ENGL literature courses at the 3000 level or higher, with one focusing on pre-1900 literature.
Substitution (Exception)Up to one ENWR course may be substituted under exceptional circumstances.
English majors cannot declare this minor. The minor does not affect course registration priority or bypass instructor permission requirements, though informing instructors of your minor status may be beneficial.
Fees
Tuition (international)The University of Virginia meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduate students, including out-of-state students. Specific tuition amounts are not listed for international students but are subject to financial aid assessment.
Tuition (home)For Virginia families with incomes less than $100,000, tuition and fees are covered. For Virginia families with incomes less than $50,000, tuition, fees, room, and board are covered. UVA aims to limit need-based loans.
LivingNot specified.
The University of Virginia is recognized for its value and affordability, consistently ranking high for affordability and outcomes. Financial aid packages are designed to minimize student debt.
How to apply
1. Declare a MajorEnsure you have already declared your primary undergraduate major at UVA.
2. Access the Declaration FormObtain the College's 'Declare a Major or Minor' form, available online.
3. Complete Declaration FormFill out the form, including the name 'Anna Beecher' and email 'am2aw@virginia.edu' under the 'Declaration of Major/Minor Contact (DMC)' section.
4. Submit the FormSubmit the completed form according to the College's procedures.
Scholarships
Access UVACovers 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduates.
Frequently asked questions
What are the requirements to declare the English Minor in Creative Writing?
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You must have a declared major at the University of Virginia, complete three ENCW workshop courses (at least two at the 3000-level or higher), one ENCW 4550 or ENCW 4820 course, and two ENGL literature courses (3000-level or higher, with one focusing on pre-1900 literature). English majors cannot declare this minor.
How do I apply for the Creative Writing minor?
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To declare the minor, obtain the College's 'Declare a Major or Minor' form, complete it including specific contact information for 'Anna Beecher' (am2aw@virginia.edu), and submit it according to College procedures.
When is the deadline to declare the minor?
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Most students must declare a minor before the add deadline of their next-to-last semester, which is typically the fall add deadline of their fourth year.
What is the total credit requirement for the minor?
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The Creative Writing minor requires a total of eighteen credits.
Does the University of Virginia offer financial aid or scholarships for international students?
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The University of Virginia meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduate students, including out-of-state students. The Access UVA program is a need-based grant/scholarship covering 100% of demonstrated financial need for all undergraduates, with applications due by the annual March 1 deadline.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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Specific tuition amounts for international students are not listed, but are subject to financial aid assessment. The university is recognized for its value and affordability, aiming to minimize student debt.