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#1 #1 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Denison University Granville, OH Denison University is a extremely selective school. The institution receives approximately 12,000... Acceptance Rate 22% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,310–1,450 Est. Net Price * $38,267 Median Starting Salary $55,209
#2 #2 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Pacific Northwest College of Art Portland, OR Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $44,616 Median Starting Salary $55,277
#3 #3 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Generally, Illinois Wesleyan University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,150–1,350 Est. Net Price * $30,096 Median Starting Salary $59,726
#4 #4 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. San Diego State University San Diego, CA San Diego State University is a highly selective school. They receive approximately 77,000 applications every... Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,100–1,320 Est. Net Price * $13,017 Median Starting Salary $49,102
#5 #5 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton, GA Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 890–1,100 Est. Net Price * $7,260 Median Starting Salary $53,506
#6 #6 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Eastern Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 940–1,190 Est. Net Price * $15,826 Median Starting Salary $52,530
#7 #7 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY In general, Hobart William Smith Colleges is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,230–1,410 Est. Net Price * $34,259 Median Starting Salary $60,774
#8 #8 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Saint Edward's University Austin, TX Saint Edward's University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $27,193 Median Starting Salary $52,683
#9 #9 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Champlain College Burlington, VT Champlain College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,180–1,360 Est. Net Price * $35,133 Median Starting Salary $53,601
#10 #10 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Goucher College Baltimore, MD In general, Goucher College is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $30,945 Median Starting Salary $57,632
#11 #11 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Western Connecticut State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $15,862 Median Starting Salary $54,696
#12 #12 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Calvin University Grand Rapids, MI Overall, Calvin University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,150–1,370 Est. Net Price * $25,775 Median Starting Salary $56,832
#13 #13 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX Overall, The University of Texas at Austin is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,240–1,490 Est. Net Price * $17,434 Median Starting Salary $49,965
#14 #14 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. High Point University High Point, NC High Point University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,120–1,310 Est. Net Price * $40,221 Median Starting Salary $62,864
#15 #15 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Mississippi College Clinton, MS Mississippi College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $20,874 Median Starting Salary $51,328
#16 #16 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver, CO Overall, the University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus is known for being a fairly selective... Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Est. Net Price * $16,079 Median Starting Salary $50,007
#17 #17 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 960–1,180 Est. Net Price * $10,680 Median Starting Salary $51,693
#18 #18 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Covenant College Lookout Mountain, GA Covenant College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,170–1,410 Est. Net Price * $25,028 Median Starting Salary $56,668
#19 #19 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Grand Valley State University Allendale, MI Grand Valley State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,105 Median Starting Salary $55,188
#20 #20 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Marquette University Milwaukee, WI Marquette University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,220–1,390 Est. Net Price * $33,136 Median Starting Salary $58,000
#21 #21 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA Georgia Southern University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 980–1,150 Est. Net Price * $15,352 Median Starting Salary $53,193
#22 #22 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Geneva College Beaver Falls, PA Overall, Geneva College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,020–1,270 Est. Net Price * $20,999 Median Starting Salary $54,811
#23 #23 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Houghton University Houghton, NY Houghton University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $21,550 Median Starting Salary $56,920
#24 #24 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville, AL the University of Alabama in Huntsville is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,220–1,380 Est. Net Price * $18,588 Median Starting Salary $48,440
#25 #25 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX Texas Christian University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $44,190 Median Starting Salary $54,876
#26 #26 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Carroll College Helena, MT Carroll College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 920–1,270 Est. Net Price * $23,916 Median Starting Salary $57,491
#27 #27 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Superior Superior, WI Generally, the University of Wisconsin-Superior is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $12,908 Median Starting Salary $54,276
#28 #28 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Aquinas College Grand Rapids, MI Aquinas College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,000–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,605 Median Starting Salary $56,191
#29 #29 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Blue Mountain Christian University Blue Mountain, MS Generally, Blue Mountain Christian University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 980–1,240 Est. Net Price * $15,305 Median Starting Salary $53,548
#30 #30 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Drake University Des Moines, IA Drake University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,180–1,360 Est. Net Price * $30,333 Median Starting Salary $57,657
#31 #31 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Drury University Springfield, MO Drury University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Est. Net Price * $20,996 Median Starting Salary $49,650
#32 #32 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. La Roche University Pittsburgh, PA In general, La Roche University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $24,233 Median Starting Salary $54,495
#33 #33 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Spring Hill College Mobile, AL In general, Spring Hill College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,020–1,190 Est. Net Price * $21,018 Median Starting Salary $55,083
#34 #34 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. The University of Tampa Tampa, FL Overall, The University of Tampa is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Est. Net Price * $34,653 Median Starting Salary $56,488
#35 #35 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MI In general, the University of Michigan-Flint is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 950–1,230 Est. Net Price * $10,840 Median Starting Salary $50,964
#36 #36 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY SUNY Buffalo State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $13,812 Median Starting Salary $53,002
#37 #37 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Dordt University Sioux Center, IA Generally, Dordt University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,070–1,300 Est. Net Price * $27,375 Median Starting Salary $58,302
#38 #38 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Hofstra University Hempstead, NY In general, Hofstra University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,200–1,380 Est. Net Price * $35,036 Median Starting Salary $55,160
#39 #39 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Randolph-Macon College Ashland, VA Randolph-Macon College is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,230 Est. Net Price * $28,389 Median Starting Salary $58,885
#40 #40 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Mount Union Alliance, OH the University of Mount Union is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $23,259 Median Starting Salary $57,671
#41 #41 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Point Loma Nazarene University San Diego, CA Overall, Point Loma Nazarene University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,150–1,360 Est. Net Price * $34,933 Median Starting Salary $53,452
#42 #42 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. George Fox University Newberg, OR In general, George Fox University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,060–1,300 Est. Net Price * $28,840 Median Starting Salary $55,108
#43 #43 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Marywood University Scranton, PA In general, Marywood University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,030–1,210 Est. Net Price * $22,504 Median Starting Salary $56,741
#44 #44 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Huntington University Huntington, IN Huntington University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,066 Median Starting Salary $55,585
#45 #45 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Queens University of Charlotte Charlotte, NC Queens University of Charlotte is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,100–1,300 Est. Net Price * $29,459 Median Starting Salary $53,989
#46 #46 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. College of Our Lady of the Elms Chicopee, MA the College of Our Lady of the Elms is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,070–1,300 Est. Net Price * $23,498 Median Starting Salary $52,254
#47 #47 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Cardinal Stritch University Milwaukee, WI Cardinal Stritch University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,010 Est. Net Price * $20,002 Median Starting Salary $51,505
#48 #48 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Montclair State University Montclair, NJ Generally, Montclair State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 950–1,200 Est. Net Price * $13,742 Median Starting Salary $52,721
#49 #49 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Northwest Missouri State University Maryville, MO Northwest Missouri State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $14,197 Median Starting Salary $55,469
#50 #50 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Cedar Crest College Allentown, PA Cedar Crest College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,230 Est. Net Price * $23,500 Median Starting Salary $52,555
#51 #51 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Houston Baptist University Houston, TX Houston Baptist University is a somewhat selective school. They receive about 10,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,070–1,240 Est. Net Price * $19,515 Median Starting Salary $52,046
#52 #52 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR the University of Central Arkansas is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Est. Net Price * $15,456 Median Starting Salary $50,948
#53 #53 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI Western Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $20,030 Median Starting Salary $53,420
#54 #54 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Anderson University Anderson, IN Anderson University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,459 Median Starting Salary $55,936
#55 #55 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI In general, Ferris State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $13,978 Median Starting Salary $52,584
#56 #56 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Eastern Mennonite University Harrisonburg, VA Generally, Eastern Mennonite University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,140–1,540 Est. Net Price * $23,783 Median Starting Salary $55,439
#57 #57 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Generally, Olivet Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,059 Median Starting Salary $55,830
#58 #58 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Fontbonne University Saint Louis, MO Fontbonne University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $20,732 Median Starting Salary $55,185
#59 #59 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Overall, Oakland University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 11,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,161 Median Starting Salary $52,170
#60 #60 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. The University of Findlay Findlay, OH The University of Findlay is a non selective school. They receive approximately 3,610 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $24,069 Median Starting Salary $56,011
#61 #61 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Northern Vermont University Johnson, VT Overall, Northern Vermont University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 920–1,130 Est. Net Price * $15,546 Median Starting Salary $53,775
#62 #62 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. SUNY College at Potsdam Potsdam, NY In general, SUNY College at Potsdam is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $15,310 Median Starting Salary $53,452
#63 #63 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Heidelberg University Tiffin, OH Heidelberg University is a fairly selective school. They receive about 1,800 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,180 Est. Net Price * $20,053 Median Starting Salary $56,776
#64 #64 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI Overall, Marian University is a fairly selective school. They receive 1,262 applications every year . Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 930–1,110 Est. Net Price * $25,394 Median Starting Salary $56,178
#65 #65 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Campbell University is a non selective school. They receive about 3,900 applications every year from... Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $24,280 Median Starting Salary $52,333
#66 #66 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Madonna University Livonia, MI Madonna University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $18,344 Median Starting Salary $51,833
#67 #67 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S. Kansas Wesleyan University Salina, KS In general, Kansas Wesleyan University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,170 Est. Net Price * $22,617 Median Starting Salary $54,125
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About Writing, General

A program that focuses on writing for applied and liberal arts purposes. Includes instruction in writing and document design in multiple genres, modes, and media; writing technologies; research, evaluation, and use of information; editing and publishing; theories and processes of composing; rhetorical theories, traditions, and analysis; communication across audiences, contexts, and cultures; and practical applications for professional, technical, organizational, academic, and public settings.

Students who are interested in Writing, General can study up to a Postbaccalaureate certificate. Currently, 724 students earn a some level of degree in Writing, General around the US each year. More students earn a degree in Writing, General in the state of Texas compared to any other state. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Writing, General is $38,900.

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The highest paying job for Writing, General majors is Technical Writers. But, something else to consider is how much demand there is for certain jobs. A job that is in high need that a degree in Writing, General can prepare you for is Writers and Authors.

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Student Demographics

Total Students

539

Female Students

388 (71%)

Male Students

151 (28%)

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Writing, General

#1 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

22%

13

1,310–1,450

$38,267

$55,209

#2 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

94%

1

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$44,616

$55,277

#3 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

42%

5

1,150–1,350

$30,096

$59,726

#4 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

39%

13

1,100–1,320

$13,017

$49,102

#5 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

67%

6

890–1,100

$7,260

$53,506

#6 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

83%

1

940–1,190

$15,826

$52,530

#7 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

68%

19

1,230–1,410

$34,259

$60,774

#8 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

85%

22

1,040–1,280

$27,193

$52,683

#9 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

56%

19

1,180–1,360

$35,133

$53,601

#10 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

80%

15

1,140–1,360

$30,945

$57,632

#11 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

84%

21

1,010–1,240

$15,862

$54,696

#12 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

74%

14

1,150–1,370

$25,775

$56,832

#13 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.

31%

49

1,240–1,490

$17,434

$49,965

#14 Best College for Writing, General in the U.S.