How do you tell your story? Develop your voice – one word, one memory at a time – with the creative writing courses offered through community education.
With a variety of course options available to you in creative writing, you can expand your knowledge and practice in your specific areas of interest, including:
- examining different writing styles
- developing your literary voice
- using enriched language, like metaphors and similes
- exploring techniques for overcoming writers block
- self-publishing and book signing best practices
“The flexibility is the best thing. I’ve only had to come in to campus for tests. And even though I don’t live that far away, the cost of gas these days is a major factor in my decision to take courses online. Distance learning works for my budget and for my schedule.” Read Dianna Zaragoza's story.
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School of Creative Arts, Entertainment and Design
- 972-860-8912
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1Length of time is based on catalog degree plans. Prerequisites may be required, which are not included in this estimate. For most programs, full-time student status is assumed, a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.
2Cost is based on tuition rates for program hours for Dallas County residents. The price of most required learning materials (books, software, supplies, etc.) is included with the price of tuition. Visit our Paying for College site to learn more about cost, financial aid, scholarships and more.
3Each location offers a unique combination of certificate and degree options. Not all degree and certificate offerings are available for admission/start at all campuses every semester.
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