Bachelor in Creative Writing (Bachelor's)

Cornerstone University brings students together through campus life, online learning, and conversations about the ideas shaping communities, the nation, and the future. Its Wisdom Conversations series invites students to examine enduring questions through a Christ-first perspective. The university also sets goals for students to develop professional ethics, communication skills, relational intelligence, networking presence, and a mature relationship with Jesus Christ.

Academic options cover Business & Innovation; Health, Science & Technology; Education & Human Services; Ministry, Media & the Arts; and Theological Seminary study. Programs include associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, with courses taught by faculty experts and committed Christians. Cornerstone connects academic preparation with professional and ministry readiness, while integrating a Christian worldview into education.

The university operates on campus in Grand Rapids and offers degrees online to students across the United States. International students should understand that Christian faith is central to the institution’s identity and academic approach. Campus students can take part in student life and events such as Wisdom Conversations, while online information sessions provide a route for students considering remote degree study. In 2026, Cornerstone marked its 85th anniversary, continuing its focus on preparing graduates to influence society and the workforce through their chosen fields.

This minor focuses on developing creative writing skills in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry through hands-on workshops. Students learn to craft original stories and essays with attention to narrative structure and voice. The programme integrates a Christ-centered perspective into the writing process. It is designed to complement majors in communication, media, business, ministry, and education.

Focus areas include Fiction Writing, Creative Nonfiction, Poetry, Advanced Writing Workshop, Narrative Craft, Workshop-Based Learning.

The minor requires 18 credits, including four core courses and two elective courses selected from options such as poetry writing, writers and styles, or creative endeavors.

Graduates enter careers in publishing, marketing, media, education, ministry, or pursue freelance and self-publishing projects.

Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme at Cornerstone University. No additional application is required for the minor beyond enrollment. Transfer credits may be applied with approval.

The programme totals about 18 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time, with no specified duration beyond the standard academic year. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 73% of applicants.