To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
Federal financial aid is not available for some certificates if the certificate is pursued and completed as a stand-alone certificate (i.e., not completed concurrently with a degree program). See the "Details" tab for additional information.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 15 |
| Major GPA | 3.0 |
Purpose Statement
The Creative Writing Certificate introduces non-English majors to the range of written art: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, and Poetry. At the completion of the certificate, students will have attained the literacy skills necessary to compete for jobs and graduate programs that require high-level communication. In the certificate, students have opportunities to develop an understanding of the different uses of narrative, lyricism, facts, form, and genre for the purposes of self-expression, argument, entertainment, and enlightenment. They will read work from a variety of perspectives and cultures, which will increase not only their storytelling and art-making skills, but also their empathy. The certificate can thus help students prepare themselves to become productive, responsible members of the communities in which they live and work.
Student Learning Outcomes
General Knowledge of English:
Take the following 15 units:
The following coursework must be completed with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
This certificate may only be pursued and completed concurrently with a degree program. This certificate is not available as a stand-alone certificate.
Students enrolled in this certificate may not enroll in or pursue the following due to the number of overlapping units:
Some courses may have prerequisites. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.