Rhetoric and Digital Writing Certificate
The online Rhetoric and Digital Writing certificate program allows students to gain critical advanced skills in the area of digital writing. The courses in the online certificate program build a foundation in rhetorical theory, then include courses in digital writing. Courses emphasize current digital writing spaces like social media, blogs, websites, and more to prepare students for digital writing in workplaces, nonprofits, schools, and more. The foundation in rhetorical theory helps students develop skills that will adapt to technological changes and advances in the decades to come.
Students completing the online Digital Writing Certificate can transfer credits seamlessly into the online Bachelor of Arts in English Writing Studies degree program when they are ready to take the next step!
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Writing Studies degree program can add additional credentials to their transcript and resume emphasizing digital writing skills highly valued in workplaces.
Earning the Digital Writing Certificate will enhance students’ career readiness and give them an edge as they enter future writing situations.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
- Flexibility – 100% online courses
- 12-credit undergraduate certificate
- Classes start in Spring, Summer, and Fall
- Short format – can be completed in a year of part-time coursework
- Credits can be applied to the Bachelor of Arts in English Writing Studies degree
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Admissions and Program Requirements
Program Major Requirements
The online Digital Writing Certificate is a 12-credit certificate.- WRIT 280 Intro to Rhetoric for Writers
- WRIT 273 Writing and Gaming
- Elective, choose one of the following (in consultation with a certificate advisor):
- WRIT 340 Rhetorical Analysis
- WRIT 343 Rhetorics of Marginalized Communities
- COMM 380 Digital Media Writing
- Capstone: WRIT 318 Web Writing and Content Management
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Online Application & Acceptance Process
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- To apply for admission to Millersville's online programs, please complete our quick and easy application!
SEND IN ALL OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
- Electronic Transcripts-
- Send electronic official transcripts directly from the school to our office at onlineprograms@millersville.edu.
- Electronic transcripts are typically the fastest way to submit transcripts.
- Mailed Transcripts-
- Have mailed official transcripts sent directly to our office:
- Office of Online Programs
Millersville University
Lombardo Welcome Center
P.O. Box 1002
Millersville, PA 17551
- Office of Online Programs
- Have mailed official transcripts sent directly to our office:
**Transcripts must be sealed, official copies sent directly from the university, college, or high school to our office. Any opened transcripts (electronic or mailed) are considered unofficial copies**
Millersville University’s Online Programs offer rolling admissions and applications are reviewed for acceptance as they become complete.
ONLINE ACCEPTANCE PROCESS
Once all application documents are received, an official admissions decision will be made and a transfer credit evaluation will be completed. If accepted into the program, a confirmation email will be sent to access your application portal.
To confirm acceptance and secure a spot in the program, the admissions response form must be submitted. Information on the response form will be sent to accepted students.
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Cohort Start Dates
The Online Rhetoric and Digital Writing Certificate does have start dates beginning every August, January, and May.
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FAQ'S AND ONLINE STUDENT RESOURCES
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Support for Online Application and Admissions
Our Online Programs Admissions Counselor will work with students from the point of interest until confirming their acceptance to help answer questions, provide transcript updates, complete transcript evaluations, announce admission decisions and assist with confirming enrollment.
Our Online Programs Student Support Specialists will then continue to assist online students throughout the entirety of the program to assist with any and all non-advisement questions.
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