Overview

Program Details

Students become flexible and ethical writers and communicators through the Professional Writing and Communications major.

Faculty in the Professional Writing and Communication Program at Southwest Minnesota State University are committed to working together to provide students with a liberal arts education that is enhanced with practical experiences such as internships and service learning opportunities that prepare students to earn a living as writers.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Writing
Graphics
Communication
Journalism

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Marshall, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Creative Writing View 40 other Bachelors in Creative Writing in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Application
Get Your I-20
Official High School Transcript(s). Please submit an official English transcript credential evaluation of all your foreign high school and post-secondary transcripts.
A personal statement letter is recommended. This cover letter explains why you want to study at SMSU, what your goals are, and why you should be selected to study at SMSU.
You must provide proof of your English Proficiency
SAT or ACT Scores (optional)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19440 USD / year

≈ 19440 USD / year
Out-of-State

19440 USD / year

≈ 19440 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

19440 USD / year

≈ 19440 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Professional Writing and Communications.

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Program Details

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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