Professional Writing Online Undergraduate Certificate
- Undergraduate Certificate
- College of Arts & Letters
- Department of English
Why ODU for Professional Writing?
Supplement your bachelor's degree with a certificate in professional writing. You'll learn technical communication, writing in digital spaces, public relations, and writing with video.
Sharpen your writing and technical communication skills while earning your undergraduate degree, and graduate with a valuable skill that is essential for today's connected workplace.
This is not an independent certificate and must be pursued alongside a bachelor’s degree from ODU.
Want to learn more? Contact us!
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Required Courses
- 12 credit hours
This certificate consists of four undergraduate English courses chosen from a selective list.
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Online Learning Environment
Participate in live, regularly scheduled online class meetings and access course materials online from any location. All courses follow ODU's regular academic calendar.
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Careers in Professional Writing
This certificate is designed to enhance your writing and communication skills, which will help you go further in your professional career.
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Calculating Cost
- In-state Virginia Residents
- $393 per credit hour*
- Out-of-State Students
- $426 per credit hour
Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.
These tuition rates are effective Fall 2023 and subject to change.
* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.
Meet Your Team
You'll have a dedicated academic advisor for this program.
Contact us if you have questions about admission requirements, transferring credits, or application deadlines.
Ready to get started?
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How to Apply
This is not an independent certificate and must be pursued alongside a bachelor’s degree at ODU.
To take courses for this certificate, you must have completed six credit hours of general education college composition.
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