Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing

The Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing at New England College blends curriculum built around a workshop-focused classroom approach with a wide ranging set of hands-on and individually guided practicum opportunities. This structure allows you to engage your creative development in all genres of creative writing by linking classroom delivered theory/practice with its exploration in relevant, real-world settings.

Emphasizing the creative community as an essential element of any creative endeavor, the Creative Writing department is comprised of energetic and engaging faculty (published and active in their field) who are dedicated to the one-on-one availability which distinguishes an NEC education. With a focus on individual transformation, the Creative Writing program bolsters and broadens existing areas of interest as opposed to shepherding you toward a singular aesthetic. The result is a knowledge-based, experiential course of study with an eye on flowering rather than funneling.

New England College is a creative and supportive learning community that challenges individuals to transform themselves and their world.

New England College emphasizes experiential learning as an essential component in the development of an enduring academic community. Building upon a strong liberal arts foundation, we challenge our students to reach their full potential through informed discourse and the pursuit of excellence in a framework of academic freedom that reflects the following values:

Value 1: Imaginative, innovative, and creative approaches to all endeavors

Value 2: Respect for self in the development of personal, social, physical and intellectual abilities

Value 3: Caring and collaborative relationships among members of our community

Value 4: Respect for the varied qualities of individuals, communities, and the world

Value 5: An appreciation of beauty and elegance in the search for truth

Value 6: Inquiry into and the pursuit of social justice

Value 7: Ethical and responsible citizenship, including service to the community

Value 8: The pursuit of ecological sustainability

Value 9: Continuous learning and a lifetime of personal achievement