The Interdisciplinary Certificate in Writing requires a minimum of 18 hours, and more typically 19 hours, in the specified certificate curriculum (see below), with at least 9 of those hours at the upper-division. Certificate candidates may not apply more than two courses (6 credit hours) from their major. Students granted the certificate will have earned at least a “C” in any Certificate course, and will have averaged at least a “B” across all Certificate courses.

Courses within the PWR

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  • At least 6 credit hours required
  • Courses within the PWR that fulfill the A&S upper-division written communication requirement

Courses outside the PWR

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  • At least 6 credit hours required

  • Courses outside the PWR that fulfill the A&S upper-division written communication requirement

  • Courses outside the PWR that treat theories and contexts pertaining to writing

Practicum Course(s)

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  • At least 1 credit hour required

  • Required Portfolio Curation

  • Options relevant to specific interests and career goals

  • The Certificate in Writing will be noted on the student’s transcript.

To discuss the Writing Certificate with the Writing Certificate Coordinator, complete the following form:

Writing Certificate Interest Form