Nov 21, 2024  
2022-2023 Traditional Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Traditional Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Four-Year Plan: Professional Writing Major


Sample Four-Year Plan of Study 2022-2023

The following are sample plans of course requirements to complete the Writing major in four years or eight semesters.

  • Each student’s experience will vary slightly, as these plans do not include transfer work or credit for prior learning (such as Advanced Placement-AP).
  • Math, English, and Reading placement is primarily determined by high school performance and confirmed by on-site assessment.
    • If fundamental courses are required, they should be taken within the first year.
  • All courses listed are three semester hours unless indicated otherwise.

NOTE: Four-year plans assume the student is prepared to take the courses listed. If prerequisites are required, additional semester hours may be required to complete the degree.

Refer to the program page or course descriptions for additional information about this major and requirements to degree. 

Professional Writing Major-Traditional Track


First Year


Spring Semester (16 semester hours)


Second Year


Fall Semester (15 semester hours)


Spring Semester (13 semester hours)


Third Year


Fall Semester (15 semester hours)


Spring Semester (16 semester hours)


Fourth Year


Fall Semester (15 semester hours)


Spring Semester (14-15 semester hours)


Total


Total Semester Hours for Graduation: 121

Notes:


*Six (6) semester hours of English (ENG) courses, at least three (3) of which are numbered 300 or above.

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~ Student who wish to pursue  must take one (1) semester hour of / prior. 

Professional Writing Major-Cooperative Education Track


First Year


Second Year


Fall Semester (16 semester hours)


Third Year


Fall Semester (14 semester hours)