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Advance your expertise with NDSU’s graduate-level professional writing certificate. Designed for graduate students and professionals who are not currently pursuing a masters or doctorate degree, this eight-nine credit certificate sharpens your written, oral and digital communication skills for workplace, public and online contexts. Culminate your experience with a reflective professional development essay, showcasing your goals and achievements through the program.
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Capture the Moment at NDSU
Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Build competencies in project planning, teamwork, content management, visual communication and editing, all tailored to your academic pursuits or professional goals.
Expand Upon Your Goals
Whether you're seeking to excel in your current industry, enhance your academic career or explore technical and professional communication research and pedagogy, this flexible credential sets you apart.
Professional Development and Leadership
Broaden your horizons and expand your experience outside of the classroom through student organizations in the Department of English, including the English Club, Word Herd, as well as creating and editing for the annual literary magazine, Northern Eclecta. Participation in these organizations help build strong connections with peers and allow you to develop leadership and planning skills.
Tuition and Funding
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.
No matter your academic path, we're committed to making your application process straightforward and stress-free. Find the specific requirements and steps for your graduate application.
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