Professional Writing

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Harness the Power of the Written Word

Our Professional Writing major prepares students for diverse writing careers, including news writing, business writing, blogging, and writing for media. You'll also gain skills in design, photography, and web management. At SAU, you'll develop a thoughtful, ethical understanding of communication and learn to write clearly and effectively, opening doors to various career fields after graduation.

39 Professional Writing Major Credit Hours
120 Total Credit Hours

Key Courses

Students in the Professional Writing program will learn how to write for various mediums for short and long written copy. This program will prepare students to pursue a variety of careers where they can use their written skills in journalism, script writing, editing, or marketing.

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What our students say about the Professional Writing program

“My professors have helped me get to know the professional writing industry and what avenues I can take to pursue my career. I got involved in clubs that allowed me to be creative in my writing, which has helped me grow as a writer.”

Reagan Voetberg, Class of 2024

Career Pathways

Where Our Alumni Work

Our alumni have vast connections and are spread out throughout the country. These are some of the notable companies where our alumni work.

 

 

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