University of Michigan Students Can Register Through May 9th

Student Pricing Options

Students can join the certificate program for $49 for 4 months, and it is $25 more per month if you want to earn a custom specialty. A specialty is a way tailoring your certificate to your career interests.

Program Overview

Creative Writing Certificate Program


Overview

Unlock the storyteller within and master the art of crafting narratives that captivate readers —and viewers. This immersive program guides you through the foundations of fiction, poetry, memoir, and creative nonfiction while layering in techniques that translate seamlessly to visual and multimedia formats. You’ll learn to create vivid worlds, authentic dialogue, and page-turning plots that resonate on paper, on screen, and across emerging digital platforms. Whether your dream is to publish a novel, script an award-winning series, or build a versatile writing portfolio, this course delivers the skills, feedback, and inspiration to make it happen.





Key Features



  • Who It’s For Writers, storytellers, poets, and anyone eager to develop professional-grade creative work—especially those drawn to cinematic or cross-media storytelling.

  • 1-Year Access Revisit lessons, resources, and community discussions anytime during twelve full months.

  • Fast-Track or Flexible Complete the core curriculum in about 14 self-paced hours, then deepen your craft with optional masterclasses and writing challenges.

  • Showcase Your Success Earn a respected Certificate in Creative Writing to validate your expertise and enhance your creative résumé.






Optional Custom Emphasis



Personalize your learning journey by adding a specialization that spotlights your creative passion:

Emphasis Option

Ideal If You Want To…

Certificate Awarded

Fiction Writing

Craft novels, short stories, or flash fiction

Certificate in Creative Writing, Emphasis: Fiction Writing

Poetry Writing

Refine lyricism, form, and spoken-word performance

…Emphasis: Poetry Writing

Memoir Writing

Transform life experiences into compelling narrative

…Emphasis: Memoir Writing

Film, Television & Media

Develop screenplays, teleplays, and transmedia story worlds for today’s multi-platform audiences

…Emphasis: Film, Television & Media

Choosing an emphasis gives you targeted workshops, genre-specific feedback, and a final project tailored to your creative goals—so your certificate highlights the exact storytelling arena you’re most passionate about.




Why Enroll Now?


  • Industry-Relevant Skills Blend literary technique with screen-ready structure—perfect for modern storytelling careers.

  • Mentor Feedback Receive constructive critiques from experienced authors and script consultants.

  • Portfolio Power Graduate with polished pieces ready to submit to literary journals, contests, production slates, or crowdsourced media platforms.

  • Creative Community Join a vibrant cohort of writers where collaboration, peer review, and networking fuel continual growth.



Elevate your voice, expand your storytelling toolkit, and position yourself for success across the page and the screen. Enroll today and start crafting stories that audiences can feel, see, and remember.

Recognized Credentials

Our certificates have been recognized by leaders at several top companies