Overview

Scriptwriting from Webster University you’ll receive a comprehensive education in crafting narratives specifically tailored for the silver and small screens.

Key Facts

What Can You Do With Your Scriptwriting Degree?

A Scriptwriting degree from Webster University opens doors to a range of exciting career possibilities in the ever-evolving film and television industry. As a graduate of our program, you’ll possess the storytelling acumen, writing proficiency, pitching skills and industry expertise needed to thrive in this creative landscape.

Our Scriptwriting graduates have found success in various areas. Some have worked on prestigious network television dramas and comedies, such as “Raising Hope,” “In Plain Sight,” “The Last Ship” and “The Mysteries of Laura.” Others have made their mark in writing feature films, as well as producing and writing for children’s web series. Our Scriptwriting degree program also prepares you for successful entry into top graduate programs.

The field of writing, including playwriting and screenwriting, is experiencing steady growth, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting an annual median salary of $73,690 per year. According to the Writers Guild of America West’s 2020 Annual Report, 6,323 screenwriters reported earnings of $1.68 billion in various areas of the industry.

Typical entry-level jobs for our Scriptwriting graduates include:

Assistant (at talent agency, or production or management company)

Creative Executive

Feature Film Writer

Film Critic

Production Assistant

Story Analyst (script reader)

Television Writer

Writer's Assistant

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Media
Media Production
Media Writing
Scriptwriting
Media, Diversity and Society
Creative Writing: Playwriting

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-02 00:00:00

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The deadline to apply as an international student is approximately ten weeks before the first day of classes for each term.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Webster Groves, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Proof of English Proficiency

Official Transcripts, Copy of Diploma, English Translation

Essay or Resume

International Transfer Students (within USA)

Special Program Requirement

Letter of Recommendation (On Request)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33360 USD / year

≈ 33360 USD / year
Out-of-State

33360 USD / year

≈ 33360 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

33360 USD / year

≈ 33360 USD / year

Living costs

Webster Groves

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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