Creative Writing

Career Outlook

Written communication is essential to all industries. Writers and authors develop and deliver content for diverse audiences through various platforms. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects demand for writing work to grow 9% by 2030. The median annual salary for writers and authors in 2021 was $69,510. Many writers are self-employed. Others work at news agencies, tech companies, and the entertainment industry.

Creative writing graduates are well qualified to transfer into a bachelor's program or pursue careers and internships in a variety of fields, including:

• Advertising
• Content Creation
• Editing
• Journalism
• Marketing
• Podcasting
• Publishing

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Creative Writing program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• SUNY Brockport
• Hobart and William Smith Colleges
• SUNY Oswego

Collaborative Writing Workshops

Master a range of styles and genres by completing four writing workshop classes. You'll engage in meaningful dialogue, revise your work, and be part of a writing community. Start with an introduction to creative writing and build up to workshops on poetry, fiction, and nonfiction.

Real-World Writing Projects

Whether you're interested in editing, publishing, or content creation, you'll refine your creative skills while building a portfolio. Our literary journal, podcasting, and capstone courses prepare you for careers in the creative industry. You may also have a chance to complete an internship, either on-campus or off-campus, or through our partnership with BOA Editions.

Join Our Creative Writing Club

Dead Poets Society is a student club for those drawn to poetry, fiction, and other forms of expression. The club works with the Creative Writing program to host literary events. Past activities included readings, author visits, film nights, and making a 'zine.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• COM 111 - Voice and Diction
• ENG 101 - Composition I
• ENG 102 - Introduction to Reading Literature
• ENG 103 - Composition II
• ENG 110 - Introduction to Creative Writing
• ENG 225 - Literary Journal Publishing
• ENG 231 - Fiction Writing
• ENG 232 - Creative Nonfiction Writing
• ENG 233 - Poetry Writing
• ENG 255 - Creative Writing Capstone