English – Creative Writing (BA)

English – Creative Writing (BA)

Turn your passion for storytelling into a purposeful craft. The online Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in creative writing at Arizona State University equips you with the skills and vocabulary to analyze literature and produce meaningful original work. You’ll develop your written voice while learning to give and apply feedback. Graduates are prepared for careers that value strong writing or for advanced study in creative writing and related fields.

Quick facts

Next start date: 05/18/2026
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Credit hours: 120

Careers this creative writing program prepares you for

Strong storytelling skills can open doors across industries. Graduates may pursue careers in writing, editing and publishing as well as publicity, social media and marketing. This degree also prepares you for teaching and for graduate study in English, creative writing, education, law or business. Employers value the writing, communication and critical thinking skills you’ll develop. Career paths include but aren’t limited to:

Writers and Authors

Growth: 3.6%
Salary: $72,270

Editors

Growth: 0.6%
Salary: $75,260

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Growth: 0.0%
Salary: $78,270

Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers

Growth: 3.6%
Salary: $72,270

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Growth: -1.6%
Salary: $64,580

Public Relations Specialists

Growth: 4.8%
Salary: $69,780

Search Marketing Strategists

Growth: 6.7%
Salary: $76,950

Technical Writers

Growth: 0.9%
Salary: $91,670