Creative Writing Courses

The creative writing degree program at Berkeley City College offers students instruction on the process and techniques of composing literary pieces such as short stories, poetry, novels, personal essays, and more. Students who graduate from the creative writing degree program may pursue a writing career as an essayist, novelist, editor, creative writing teacher, poet, human interest feature writer, and more. Courses in the program include technical and editorial skills, literary criticism, and the marketing of completed manuscripts. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer creative writing courses.

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Berkeley City College

18422 Bear Valley Rd, Victorville, CA

Berkeley City College is one of the best community colleges in the United States and is located near the University of California, Berkeley. The campus is beautiful and offers an outstanding student experience. The college offers training courses that provide occupational training.BCC students can complete lower-division requirements in evening and Saturday classes on the U.C. Berkeley campus. Currently, over 7,600 students are enrolled at the college. Tuition is only $46 for California residents.

At Berkeley City College many outstanding lectures and film screenings are given. As a result students get a lot more than just a classroom education. Students can explore their interest inside and outside of the classroom.

Degree programs are available which include the Associate in Science Degree, Associate in Arts, Associates in Science for Transfer, Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degrees, and Certificates of Proficiency (CP).

Majors are offered in Sign Language, Biotechnology, Accounting, Business Administration, Web Programming, Network Support Technician, English Language and Literature, and Global Studies.

International students are an integral part of the college. F-1 Visa assistance is offered. Berkeley City College offers English as a Second Language Classes and tutoring to help international students transition to academic life in the United States.

Berkeley City College offers assistance to individuals with disabilities. The college works to ensure that students are provided with equal opportunities.

Berkeley City College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Students Enrolled in the Creative Writing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Berkeley City College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, english language and literature teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Annual Salary: $98570

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Editors

Description

Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, editors employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 220
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $49710

Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers

Description

Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, poets, lyricists and creative writers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $70790

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).