Writing Studies and Rhetoric

As a writing and rhetoric major, you’ll explore the power of language across a range of genres.

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Degree

B.A. Writing Studies and Rhetoric

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 year degree

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Start Dates

August | January | May

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Overview Why Study Discover University

Degree Overview

This major is both rigorous and flexible, allowing you to pursue what you love while deepening your critical thinking, composing and creative problem-solving skills. Our classes will give you the opportunity to practice digital, argumentative, research, civic, science, professional and technical writing as well as creative nonfiction.

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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, study materials and additional resources.

Study Reasons

Work in small, student-centered classes taught by attentive, award-winning faculty

Learn how to write in every form, from advanced argument to technical or creative nonfiction or public essay.

Get involved by writing for the different campus magazines, or explore themes like art, entertainment, advocacy, government, media, publications and service.

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