By adding a minor in creative writing, you'll hone your skills in writing fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. You’ll begin with a general course that will help you forge a strong base exploring all of these genres. And you’ll end with an immersive experience with intense, dedicated time to work on a longer project or time in the field completing an internship. By diversifying and expanding your writing talents, you'll open yourself up to a greater variety of career opportunities.
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Courses and skills
What skills will I develop?
As you explore creative writing, you’ll hone your creative talents while strengthening critical communication skills.
Writing mastery
You’ll come to understand writing as a process and learn how to invent, revise, critique, and publish.
Confidence in your creativity
You’ll gain the tools to more uniquely and creatively express yourself while developing and editing longer writing projects and preparing them for publication.
Skills for any career
You’ll develop strong critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and excellent communication that will help you in nearly any job—and graduate school.
Academic plans
Map out your time at Bethel—from day one to your diploma. Your course schedule is designed to help you grow, gain skills, and become who you’re meant to be.
Learning opportunities
What experiences will I have?
Hands-on learning is at the core of all Bethel majors and minors. You’ll find numerous opportunities to get involved, apply what you’ve learned, and gain experience—all in a community where you belong.
Study abroad
You’ll have the chance to study abroad over a full semester, January session, spring break, and summer. The January Textura trip and the Travel Writing trip are favorites among English and journalism students at Bethel. You may also explore off-campus programs in New York City and Los Angeles.
Internships
Write for area newspapers like the Minneapolis Star Tribune and the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Or learn the ropes at publishing houses like Redleaf Press, Believers Press, Bethany House Publishers, Coffee House Press, and more.
Build your portfolio
Hone your writing skills through Bethel’s award-winning student newspaper, literary journal, award-winning Textura magazine project, the Johnson Center for Journalism and Communication, and by attending off-campus national conferences and engaging with the vibrant Twin Cities literary culture.
Real-world impact
How will this minor help my career goals?
With a creative writing minor, you’ll gain writing and communication skills that are in high demand with organizations and employers. As you become the person you’re meant to be, you’ll be equipped for a life of purpose in many different fields.
Storytelling roles
With improved writing skills, you’ll be equipped to present information in a compelling way in diverse roles in publishing, journalism, marketing, and beyond.
Stand out to employers
You’ll gain the essential skills valued in careers in education, business, counseling, communication and marketing, graphic design and more.
Experience
You’ll enter the workforce with a strong portfolio of creative writing content through Bethel’s award-winning student newspaper, literary journal, Textura magazine project, and poetry competition.
Apply your faith to your career
As you wrestle with important questions and study from a Christian perspective, you’ll be well-equipped to use words to glorify God wherever your career takes you.
Start your journey
Explore Bethel for yourself
Visiting campus is the best way to learn about Bethel and our majors. As you try out academic and campus life at Bethel, you can attend a class, chat with students, meet professors and coaches, tour campus, and get a taste of life in our program.
Faculty mentors
Meet your professors
You’ll learn alongside faculty who are distinguished scholars and faithful Christians. They’ll know you by name and invest in your success. Professors are accessible between classes, and you’ll often find fellow students gathered or studying nearby.
Accessible education
Tuition and financial aid
We want you to understand from the beginning what a Bethel education costs. That’s why we made it simple. Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, tuition for the College of Arts & Sciences will be $25,990—down from $44,050. This more accurately reflects what you can expect to pay, empowering you to make informed decisions and become who you're meant to be.
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Find your fit
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