MINOR
Creative Writing
The Creative Writing minor develops your voice, imagination, and craft across genres like fiction, poetry, screen media, and narrative nonfiction. Through workshop courses and guided practice, you learn to write with clarity, confidence, and creative purpose.

Dig Deeper Into the program
Explore coursework that blends writing workshops, revision practice, and literature study, helping you shape ideas into polished creative work and build a strong writing portfolio.
What is a minor?
- A minor is a focused set of courses that complements your major and helps you build additional skills aligned with your interests and career goals.
Program Format
- On campus and online
- Select classes available online to provide added flexibility for students
Credit Hours
- Total credits required: 18
Skills You’ll Graduate With
- Creative Expression — Develop strong voice and original ideas across multiple genres.
- Revision & Editing — Practice disciplined revision techniques to refine and elevate your writing.
- Genre Flexibility — Gain experience writing poetry, fiction, and narrative nonfiction.
- Constructive Collaboration — Give and receive feedback in workshop settings to strengthen your literary voice.
- Enrollment in a degree program at College of Saint Mary
- Declaration of the minor through an advisor
- Good academic standing
- Completion of any necessary pre-requisites
- Applications open July 1 for the upcoming academic year. CSM follows a rolling admission process, reviewing applications as they are received. We encourage students to apply early for priority consideration for scholarships, housing, and financial aid.
Your Roadmap to Admission
From application to enrollment, we guide you through each step with clarity and personal support so you can focus on what matters most and take the next step toward your future.
Why Choose This Minor?
Build Your Creative Voice
Develop confidence and originality in your writing.
Practice Across Genres
Explore poetry, fiction, narrative nonfiction, and creative media forms.
Enhance Communication Skills
Strong creative writing skills strengthen communication across careers.
Portfolio-Ready Work
Create a body of work that showcases your talent and growth.
Tuition & Aid
Investing in your education is a big decision, and you do not have to navigate it alone. Every admitted full-time undergraduate student is guaranteed a merit scholarship, and CSM offers additional aid and personalized guidance to make your degree attainable. Our team will walk you through your options so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Career Opportunities
- Creative writer or author
- Content creator or storyteller
- Copywriter for media or marketing
- Editorial assistant
- Communications specialist

Accreditation
The Assurance of Accreditation
The assurance of regional accreditation means that our degrees have been evaluated for their outcomes — including how well they prepare you to meet the needs of your employers, yourself and our global society. College of Saint Mary is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
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Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll help you build a future with confidence.
