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Total Credits: 120
In-State Tuition Per Credit: $257.23
Out-of-State Tuition Per Credit: $378.10
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Degree Overview
In the IU Online Bachelor of Arts in English: Technical and Professional Writing, you’ll take courses in science writing, argumentative writing, grammar and usage, advanced technical writing, and literature. Learn to think critically, analyze and communicate data, organize thoughts, and maintain high standards for accuracy, clarity, and finesse of language in any workplace.
You’ll benefit from a career-focused program ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. You’ll graduate with an Indiana University degree respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.
And the benefits start long before graduation. More than half of IU Online students advance in their careers before they complete their degree.
To apply to this program:
- Complete application for admission
- Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 12 credit hours)
- International applicants may be asked for additional materials
- Submit official university transcripts (if applicable)
Application Deadlines
This program has rolling admissions. Application review will begin upon receipt of all required application materials.
Your IU Online B.A. in English: Technical and Professional Writing prepares you for such careers as:
- Technical writer
- Documentation specialist
- Copywriter
- Editorial assistant
- Media content specialist
- Engineering writer
- Medical writer
- Information developer
To graduate with the B.A. in English: Technical and Professional Writing, you must complete 120 credit hours.
Requirements are broken down as follows:
- English core courses (48 credit hours)
- Literature elective courses (9 credit hours)
- Language course (3 credit hours)
- General education and electives, as needed to reach 120 credit hours
Core
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-L 260 | Introduction to Advanced Study of Literature | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 131 | Reading, Writing, and Inquiry I | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 231 | Professional Writing Skills | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 321 | Advanced Technical Writing | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 323 | Digital Writing | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 324 | Technical Editing | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 470 | Senior Seminar | 3 Credits |
Elective
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-G 205 | Introduction to the English Language | 3 Credits |
| ENG-G 207 | Grammar and Usage | 3 Credits |
| ENG-G 301 | History of the English Language | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 355 | American Fiction to 1900 | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 360 | American Prose (Excluding Fiction) | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 364 | Native American Literature | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 371 | Introduction to Critical Practices | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 379 | American Ethnic and Minority Literature | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 383 | Studies in British or Commonwealth Culture | 3 Credits |
| ENG-L 384 | Studies in American Culture | 3 Credits |
| ENG-W 350 | Advanced Composition | 3 Credits |
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