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English, BA | (Technical
and Professional Writing)

Bachelor of Arts

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Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
120
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$249.73
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$365.31

English, BA | (Technical and Professional Writing)

Bachelor of Arts

US News and World Report - best bachelor's 2023

The IU Online Bachelor of Arts in English emphasizes technical and professional writing. Take courses in science writing, argumentative writing, professional writing, literary interpretation, grammar and usage, advanced technical writing, and literature. Learn to think critically, listen to and question data, organize thoughts, argue positions effectively, analyze the written word, think creatively, and communicate thoughts and ideas effectively. Prepare to maintain high standards of accuracy, clarity, and finesse of language in any workplace.

Your IU Online BA in English, Technical and Professional Writing prepares you for such careers as:

Technical writer
Documentation specialist
Copywriter
Editorial assistant
Media content specialist
Engineering writer
Expert medical writer
Information developer

Degree Requirements

To graduate with the BA in English, Technical and Professional Writing, you must complete a total of 120 credit hours. You may be able to transfer an associate degree or up to 64 credit hours from a regionally accredited two-year college and up to 90 credit hours from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.

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

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Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

Admissions requirements vary.

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states.

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 transcripts to applynow@iue.edu or mail to:

Office of Admissions
Indiana University East
Whitewater Hall, Room 151
2325 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN 47374-1289

Application Deadlines

Rolling admissions. Application review will begin upon receipt of all required application materials.

Courses

Core

ENG-L 260	Introduction to Advanced Study of Literature	3 Credits
ENG-W 131	Reading, Writing, and Inquiry I	2-4 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

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	3 Credits
ENG-L 384	Studies in American Culture	3 Credits
ENG-W 350	Advanced Composition	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $249.73

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $749.19

Note: Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $365.31

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1095.93

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

Full time Students

Part time Students

Direct Costs:

Tuition & Mandatory Fees

Indiana Residents

$249.73 per credit hour

Non-residents

$365.31 per credit hour

Direct Costs:

Tuition & Mandatory Fees

Indiana Residents

$249.73 per credit hour

Non-residents

$365.31 per credit hour

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $10,244

Books & Supplies $644

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $10,244

Books & Supplies $276

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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English, BA | (Technical and Professional Writing)

Bachelor of Arts

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

To apply to this program:

Application Deadlines

Courses

Core

Elective

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Cost for Out of State Residents

What's it like to be an IU Online Student?

Earn an IU education from wherever you are

Get the support you need to succeed

Reap the rewards for decades to come

Take the first step toward a more rewarding future

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