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Tap into the basic human desire to tell stories—to learn about the experiences of others while sharing your own. Learn how to use language to express your unique ideas, opinions, and perspectives through poetry and prose. Study what makes writing successful and use those tools to craft your own original work.

Explore how to think critically both on and off the page, questioning assumptions, engaging in dialogue, and coming to—and sharing—your own original conclusions in language that lingers and resonates.

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• All courses and prerequisites fulfilling the requirements for minors or certificates in English must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
• The overall GPA for any English minor or certificate must be 3.0.
• English majors may count no more than two online and/or correspondence courses toward the minor or certificate. Students may request departmental consent for an exception.

Fifteen (15) credit hours including:

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• ENG-W 203 - Creative Writing
• ENG-L 371 - Literary Interpretation

Choose 2 of the following courses

• ENG-W 301 - Fiction
• ENG-W 303 - Poetry
• ENG-W 311 - Creative Nonfiction

Complete one additional elective course

• ENG-L varies - Take one additional 300-level Literature course (ENG-L 351, ENG-L 352 and ENG-L 354 may not be used to satisfy this requirement.)

When time and money are a major concern, certificates allow recipients to gain skills in their field of choice in a relatively short period of time, usually less than a year, and for a price that won’t break the bank.

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Robert Rebein

Professor of english director of the creative writing program.

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Terry A. Kirts

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Karen Kovacik

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Master of fine arts degree in creative writing.

The Department of English offers a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing. This degree is part of a three-year program. One tangible outcome is the writing of a thesis—you focus on creating a book-length manuscript.

This degree requires a minimum of 60 credit hours, including 16 hours of writing workshops in the genre of your choice. You select from the writing courses ENG-W611-W612 Writing Fiction, or ENG-W613-W614 Writing Poetry.

The coursework also requires at least 16 hours from among the department’s literature and language courses, with at least eight hours at the 600 level or above.

You take either ENG-W664 Topics in Current Literature: the study of recent poetry and prose or ENG-W680 Theory and Craft of Writing: the study of elements of poetic prosody and/or the major fictive techniques.

Those teaching in W103 Introductory Creative Writing are required to take W554 in their first semester of teaching. This is a practicum on the theory and practice of teaching the writing of poetry and fiction at the college level, with attention to matters of curricular design and classroom technique.

A thesis in the form of a book-length manuscript is required. You can take up to 12 credit hours in W699 to work on your thesis. There is no final examination.

The remaining credit hours are elective. At least 48 hours of the degree requirements must be completed in residence.

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The M.F.A. in Creative Writing requires two full years (including summers), and students who have Creative Writing Associate Instructorships generally take three years.

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Minor in Creative Writing

Kelcey ervick, ph.d. | coordinator, wiekamp hall 3167 | (574) 520-4503, about the minor in creative writing.

Explore your creative side! The Creative Writing Minor is an excellent complement to any major. Students write original stories, poems, and personal essays; read and analyze important works of literature; and develop practical skills in editing and publishing.

• ENG-W 130 and ENG-W 131 do not count toward the minor.
• All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise noted.

Requirements (15 cr.)

• ENG-W 206 Introduction to Creative Writing
• ENG-L 202 Literary Interpretation

Select one from the following upper-division creative writing courses:

• ENG-W 301 Writing Fiction May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 302 Screenwriting May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 303 Writing Poetry May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 311 Creative Nonfiction May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 401 Advanced Fiction Writing May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 403 Advanced Poetry Writing May be taken twice for credit
• ENG-W 413 Advanced Creative Nonfiction Writing May be taken twice for credit

Select one from the following creative writing electives:

• ENG-A 190 Art, Aesthetics, and Creativity
• ENG-A 399 Art, Aesthetics, and Creativity
• ENG-W 280 Literary Editing and Publishing
• ENG-W 302 Screenwriting

Select any 300–level literature course (ENG-E 3xx or ENG-L 3xx)

Special Requirements for English Majors

English majors may minor in creative writing only if they choose the literature concentration in the major. 

• In place of the ENG-L 202 Literary Interpretation requirement for the minor, English majors take any creative writing course.
• In addition, English majors have the option to substitute another creative writing course for the 300–level literature course requirement of the minor

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English: creative writing.

Welcome! The  Creative Writing Program  at IU South Bend is an active community of student and faculty writers who meet both in class and in the community to share our passion for writing. Courses are offered at the B.A. and M.A. levels, and we offer a Minor in Creative Writing. M.A. students may pursue a creative thesis project in fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, or screenwriting.

Director of Creative Writing:  Dr. Kelcey Ervick

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The creative writing major at UIndy gives you the opportunity to develop and hone your creative writing skills. Whether you're interested in poetry or fiction, our dedicated faculty will help you push your writing endeavors to new heights. With a diverse background of writing skills, our faculty can show you how to make your poems memorable or your short story cohesive and entertaining. Multiple writing workshop courses will help you improve your writing, while literature courses will allow you to explore various genres. Students can also add a creative writing minor to any degree.

Program strengths

• Published authors meet and speak with students in their classes
• Valuable hands-on experience editing and publishing a literary and fine arts magazine, Etchings
• Course topics include advanced poetry and advanced fiction writing workshops, genre writing workshops, and publishing the literary and fine arts magazines
• Career-focused electives help students understand how to market their writing skills
• Faculty have published books in both fiction and poetry
• Opportunities to meet & listen to writers through the Kellogg Writer Series
• Faculty with books published in fiction and poetry

Potential careers in creative writing:

The creative writing program is designed to not only hone your creative writing skills, but also enhance your research, reading and composition skills, which are valuable in many fields, including:

• Professional writer: Many students choose to use their creative writing skills for companies by writing grants, web content or technical documents.
• Professional editor: Many marketing departments rely on editors to review work before it is published.
• Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing: Further develop and hone your creative writing skills by attending graduate school.
• Creative writer: With hard work and dedication, you could become a published author or poet.
• Literary arts administration: Work for community arts organizations that develop poetry in the schools and communities, literacy outreach and writer series programs.
• Advertising and marketing: Advertising, public relations, media and marketing departments depend on good copywriters.

Creative writing might be for you if:

• You enjoy planning, writing and developing your own creative fiction
• You enjoy writing poetry and want to learn how to improve your writing
• You are curious about how you can apply, market and utilize your creative writing talents in the real world
• You want to learn about the styles and techniques of poetry and/or fiction

Creative writing minor

Pairing a creative writing minor with another degree shows future employers that you have studied the art and craft of writing, which is an increasingly common asset in many career fields. Countless businesses require individuals who can effectively manage the flow of written communication, using proper points of view, grammar and structure and well-developed ideas. Completion of this minor requires a minimum of 21 hours of core requirements and electives.

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These curriculum guides outline the different classes you will need to take as a creative writing major. The general education guide provides a list of all the class options and requirements that you need in order to fulfill the university's general education requirements. The creative writing guide provides a list of all the classes you will need take in order to fulfill the major's requirements. Be sure you look at both guides in order to get a complete picture of what your classes will look like at UIndy.

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Why choose creative writing.

What do creative writers need most? The knowledge and skill to improve the effectiveness of writing through revising, critiquing, and reimagining their creative projects.

If you are an IU Columbus student in the Indiana University Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English degree program, you can choose a concentration in Creative Writing.   If you are an IU Columbus student in another major, you can pursue a Creative Writing minor.

As a Creative Writing student, you will experience, practice, and improve your creative expression through a range of courses and workshops. In addition, you will:

• Work closely with published faculty, read and critique a variety of experimental, canonical, and original texts.
• Participate in intensive workshops to develop and practice your writing craft with a community of writers.
• Consider wider audiences for your creative work through internships, educational field trips and travel, capstone courses, and community projects.
• Be encouraged to submit your original creative work to the university’s student literary magazine   Talking Leaves .

Explore our course descriptions to get a better feel for whether a concentration or minor in creative writing is right for you.

To earn a Bachelor of Arts in English with a concentration in Creative Writing, you will need the following courses.

Common Core

Core Communication (2 courses; 6 cr.)

• ENG W131 Reading, Writing and Inquiry
• COMM R110 Public Speaking

Mathmatics/Analytical Reasoning (2 courses; 6 cr.)

• At least one must be college level math

Life and Physical Sciences (2 courses; 6 cr.)

• One must include a lab

Cultural Understanding (1 course; 3 cr.)

Arts & Humanities and Social Sciences (3 courses; 9 cr.)

• One Social Science course
• One Arts & Humanities course
• One Social Science or Arts & Humanities course

Liberal Arts General Education Requirements

ENG-W 131 with a grade of C or higher

ENG-W 231 Professional Writing Skills or ENG-W 270 Argumentative Writing Skills (grade of C or higher)

UCOL-U 110 or DLA-L 110 First Year Experience (waived for transfer students with 18 or more credits)

Computer Proficiency/Logic (If computer proficiency is already proven or waived, then a Logic course is required)

Arts & Humanities 100 or 200 level courese not in your first major field of study

Social Science 100 or 200 level course not in your first major field of study 

World Language and Culture (All English students are required to complete first-year competency in a world language)

Advanced courses: 40 credits must be completed at the 300-400 level, including courses within the major

English (Creative Writing) Major Course Requirements (33 cr.)

Gateway Course (6 cr.)

ENG W206 Introduction to Creative Writing  ENG W207 Introduction to Fiction Writing

Concentration Core (12 cr. in at least two genres, including at least 3 cr. at the 400 level)

• ENG W301 Writing Fiction 
• ENG W302 Screenwriting 
• ENG W303 Writing Poetry
• ENG W305 Writing Creative Nonfiction 
• ENG W401 Advanced Fiction Writing
• ENG W403 Advanced Poetry Writing
• ENG W411 Directed Writing (only with permission)

English Experience (9 cr.)

Three Literature courses 200-400 level or higher; at least one at 300-400 level

Language, Pedagogy and Editing (3 cr.) 

• ENG W365 Theory and Practice of Editing
• ENG W210 Literacy and Public Life
• ENG W310 Language and the Study of Writing
• ENG Z204 Rhetorical Issues in Grammar and Usage
• ENG Z205 Intro to the English Language

ENG E450 Capstone Seminar

Any additional credit hours needed to reach the minimum of 120 credits hours required to graduate.

Minoring in Creative Writing

To pursue a minor in Creative Writing at IU Columbus, contact Maggie Evans for an application form. The form should be completed and submitted when you are enrolled in your final creative writing class.

To earn a minor in creative writing, students must take 15 credit hours from the courses below. In order for a course to count toward the completion of the creative writing minor, you must receive a grade of “C” or better.

Course options for Creative Writing minor

Career options.

One career that creative writing students often pursue is teaching in the humanities at a university, college, or high school. In this case, you will continue pursue study to earn a master’s or doctoral degree after completing your bachelor's degree. If graduate study is not what you had in mind, careers in these fields are possibilities:

• Computer and information technology, including social media management, Web development, and graphic design
• Business administration in public and private sectors
• Publishing, editing, writing, and English translation
• The arts, including theatre, music, dance, and other types of performing arts companies, and museums and cultural organizations, including nonprofits
• Fundraising, politics, or broadcasting
• Teaching English as a second language overseas

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USI’s creative writing faculty includes award-winning published writers committed to teaching undergraduate writing. Opportunities to professionalize and contribute to the literary community at USI abound; creative writing students are encouraged to join the  Student Writers Union , work as editors for  FishHook  (a student literary magazine), and intern for the nationally recognized literary journal,  The Southern Indiana Review .  Additionally, the  Southern Indiana Reading Series , coordinated by creative writing faculty, brings to campus 2-3 highly acclaimed writers each semester. These writers often visit creative writing classes, so students get to interact with them in a classroom setting, an invaluable experience.   As a creative writing student, you’ll not only learn a set of transferable job skills, you’ll find a community of peers and teachers who share your serious interest in, and dedication to, the art and craft of creative writing.

By choosing this program, you’ll graduate with a better understanding of how stories, poems, and essays are crafted, as well as a greater appreciation of literature in general. In honing your writing, reading, and analytical abilities, you’ll leave with a concrete set of skills applicable to any number of careers. You’ll graduate from USI with an understanding of the major socio-historical contexts informing the study of American/British literature, an understanding of the distinctions between major literary genres, and you’ll have developed as an emerging professional with skills and habits of mind that will help you achieve success in further study in the discipline and your profession. You will have become a multi-dimensional reader, thinker, and writer.

Creative Writing Programs

The English Department offers a major in English with a creative writing emphasis, as well as a minor and a certificate in creative writing.

The major in English with a creative writing emphasis culminates in a  Bachelor of Arts degree , which requires 12 semester hours in the same foreign language or demonstration of proficiency at that level of study.  Or a Bachelor of Science degree, in lieu of the language proficiency, Bachelor of Science students will complete the following requirements as part of Core 39: two natural science courses; one social science course; and a world languages and culture course. Please see the Core 39 website  for more detail.

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IU Writer’s Conference begins June 6

The 84 th annual IU Writer s’ Conference will be hosted from June 6-9 in Maxwell Hall . The conference includes workshops for fiction, poetry, creative and nonfiction writing, classes, panels, readings and Q&A sessions.

Workshops are held in three-hour sessions starting at 9 a . m .   with lunch talks and Q&A sessions following at 1 p . m . Classes are held in the afternoon as three one-hour sessions beginning at 2 p . m . and running until 5 p . m. These will be followed by a reading from a faculty member in the evening.  The readings during the conference are a free event open to the public for the Granfalloon Festival . They will begin at 7 p . m . on June 6, 7 and 9 at the Gayle Karch Cook Center.

Workshops led by Jos Charles, T Kira Madden and Sequoia Nagamats u   are available for those who are looking for feedback on their manuscripts , essays or poems .  

Charles is teaching the Poetry Workshop and is an author and Pulitzer-finalist. Madden , a Chinese and Kānaka Maoli writer and photographer , is teaching the Memoir Workshop . Nagamatsu is teaching the Fiction Workshop and is a uthor of the National Bestsell ing novel , “How High We Go in the Dark."  

Each of these workshops is on a first-come, first-served basis and will close at 15 participants .  

Those interested in participating must submit their finished manuscript to work on during the workshops. Following registration and payment, email your manuscript to [email protected] and use the subject format “Last Name ‘Genre’ Manuscript . ” All manuscripts must include a header with student name, title and page number and must be double-spaced in Times New Roman font size 12. Participants of the Fiction/Nonfiction Workshop may submit up to 20 pages of prose and Poetry Workshop participants must submit 8-10 pages .  

Classes are available to students looking to ask faculty any questions and learn about new writing techniques . Participants do not have to submit work to register and are not required to share work with peers. Classes will be taught by Torrin A. Greathouse , Angela Jackson-Brown and Grace Talusan. The Poetry Class will be taught by Greathouse , who is a transgender poet and essayist. Jackson-Brown is teaching the Fiction Class and is an award-winning writer, poet and playwright. The Nonfiction Class will be taught by Talusan who teaches at Brown University in their Nonfiction Writing Program.  

Workshops cost $825.00, including all classes , panels and readings and the $25.00 registration fee. Classes are $400.00 and include access to classes, panels and readings and the $25.00 registration fee. Those who register for only the classes will not have access to the workshops. All participants must pay in full to secure their spot in workshops and classes.

For a discount on classes, IU s tudents can email [email protected] to receive a registration code that will reduce the cost of classes to only $100.00. Registration is open through the start of the conference.

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Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing offers you advanced training in composition and literature, creative writing, and modern grammar.

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing – Christian Literature can help you hone your writing and critical thinking skills as you explore the works of some of the greatest Christian writers in history.

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing – Creative Writing degree offers advanced training in grammar, technical writing, and storytelling.

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing – Journalism offers you a journalism education that can teach you to write compelling stories and help you pursue exciting writing opportunities.

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Composition will guide you through the fundamentals of writing and grammar and help prepare you to teach composition at the collegiate level.

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Professional Writing can help you craft effective communication using digital media, traditional publishing, and cutting-edge technology as you master advanced grammar and composition.

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Professional Writing – Research Administration and Sponsored Programs blends studies in writing with practical business applications, which can help you become a more marketable job candidate.

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing is designed to help you build on your writing skills with specific workshops dedicated to the craft of fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, or screenwriting.

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Professional Writing – Research Administration and Sponsored Programs

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Professional Writing – Research Administration and Sponsored Programs blends studies in writing with practical business applications, which can help you become a more marketable job candidate.

Creative Writing – Christian Literature

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Creative Writing – Christian Literature allows you to study prominent authors and works of Christian literature of the past and present. 

Creative Writing – English

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Creative Writing – English offers you the chance to develop a deep understanding of the English language.

Creative Writing – Journalism

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Creative Writing – Journalism allows you to develop investigative and reporting abilities and build your portfolio. 

English and Writing

English and Writing – Christian Literature

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing – Christian Literature can help you hone your writing and critical thinking skills as you explore the works of some of the greatest Christian writers in history.

English and Writing – Creative Writing

English and Writing – Journalism

Associate of Arts in Creative Writing

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Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Creative Writing – English offers you the chance to develop a deep understanding of the English language while sharpening your writing skills.

Bachelor of Science in English and Writing – Creative Writing

Liberty’s 100% online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in English and Writing – Creative Writing  offers you advanced training in composition and literature, creative writing, and modern grammar.

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

Liberty’s 100% online Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing can help you learn new concepts, grow your understanding, and hone your writing skills to their highest form.

Which kind of creative writing program fits my needs?

• If you don’t have a degree and aren’t ready to commit to a bachelor’s – Liberty’s online Associate of Arts in Creative Writing gives you an entry point into creative writing. Designed as a halfway step to a bachelor’s degree, our A.A. in Creative Writing will cover foundational courses and training that can help you get started while opening the door to a more in-depth Bachelor of Science in English and Writing – Creative Writing after you graduate. 
• If you want a full bachelor’s degree focused on creative writing and English language – Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in English and Writing – Creative Writing is designed to equip you with a thorough background in English language studies to support your creative writing skills. The skills you learn in this program can also help you pursue teaching or roles in communication and writing for business. 
• If you already have a bachelor’s degree and want a career in writing – Liberty’s online Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing could be the best choice for you. The M.F.A. in Creative Writing is designed to help you refine your craft and gain a mastery in your writing discipline. And because an M.F.A. is considered a terminal degree, earning a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing can open the door to university teaching. 

Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing An exciting part of our creative writing programs is that you will have the opportunity to take courses that were created in partnership with #1 New York Times bestselling author and Christian novelist Karen Kingsbury. Kingsbury has contributed course content to the degrees above, providing firsthand training in all areas of interest. We are proud to partner with her through our Karen Kingsbury Center for Creative Writing .

Potential Career Options with a Creative Writing Degree

• Book and magazine writer
• Business communications specialist
• Creative writing instructor
• Professional blogger
• Public relations
• Publications editor
• Screenwriter
• Social media coordinator
• Website copy editor and writer
• Writing manager

What Are the Benefits of Studying Creative Writing at Liberty University?

• We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility . Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America . Earning your online creative writing degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Liberty University’s state-of-the-art online learning environment offers you a wide variety of learning methods, including simulations, recorded lectures, and digital collaboration tools that will help you engage with your studies and learn practical teaching skills.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• You can complete your online creative writing program in less time than you think, due to our 8-week format and 8 start times per year.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

For undergraduate programs:

• Tuition discounts –  $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a  First Responder (less than $565 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
• Potential college credit for military training

For graduate programs:

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)

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Liberty’s promise to you is an education that expertly brings knowledge and faith together. Here, education is designed around you. It connects you to people and opportunities that help you develop the skills and confidence you’re looking for. At Liberty, you’ll find the knowledge, experience, and mentorship you want to make your career — and life — a fulfilling one.

Why Liberty

Liberty University is not just another school. It is the realization of a dream, the product of thousands of prayers. It was built to invite students into a bigger, better story. Discover the Liberty difference for yourself.

Scholarships

When it comes to choosing a college, finances make a difference. That’s why at Liberty, we believe in offering you a top-notch education — that’s also affordable. Discover how Liberty can help you keep your college costs down.

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At Liberty University, we believe everyone should have an equal opportunity to pursue higher education, and it's our job to keep private education affordable. Explore the many ways a Liberty education can be an affordable one.

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Academic Excellence

Liberty University is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, and certain programs have earned additional field-specific accreditation as well.