Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Writing within a Fully Online English Major

Build a future in writing, editing, or communications with MSU Denver’s Online English Major and Professional Writing Degree. Our flexible, fully online program combines expert instruction with real-world writing experience—designed to help you grow as a writer and succeed in your career.

Program Highlights

The Online English Major offers a concentration in Professional Writing and Rhetoric, with courses in composition, digital storytelling, and technical writing. You’ll learn from experienced faculty and build a versatile writing portfolio.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Expert Writing and Editing – Write clearly and revise with purpose
  • Research Skills – Use sources effectively and ethically
  • Digital + Technical Writing – Create content for websites, grants, and manuals
  • Audience Awareness – Tailor your message across formats and platforms

Career Opportunities

Our Online English Major prepares you for careers in writing, editing, publishing, and more. Whether you’re entering the workforce or pivoting professionally, your degree will open doors.

Common roles for graduates include:

  • Technical Writer, Grant Writer, Copyeditor
  • Marketing Content Creator, Brand Strategist
  • Educator, Professor, Writing Consultant

Benefits of Studying Online

With MSU Denver’s affordable online English degree, you can study from anywhere on your schedule. Courses are fully online, taught by the same faculty as our in-person programs, and designed with working adults in mind.

In-person and hybrid pathways are also available.

View Online English Major with Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Writing Required Courses

Course options and availability differ each semester. Please work with an advisor to customize a degree plan for your situation.

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Hispanic Serving Institution

MSU Denver continues to serve the highest number of Hispanic/Latina/o/x students among institutions of higher education in the state of Colorado.

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The Roadrunner Promise

Free Tuition & Fees for New and Continuing Students. Ask an online enrollment specialist for details.

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The Colorado Promise

You may qualify if your family income is $90,000 or less. Ask an online enrollment specialist for details.

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$1000 Renewable Online English Major Annual Scholarship for the New and Returning Students

If you are a new or returning MSU Denver student interested in completing an Online English Major with a concentration in Rhetoric, Composition, and Professional Writing, this scholarship is for you.

Email [email protected] for details.

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Access and Affordability

Access and affordability is our mission. 30% of our students pay no tuition/fees, 46% receive aid, and our tuition is among the lowest in the state.

Email [email protected] to learn about zero tuition and fees.

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Call or Email - Speak to an Online Enrollment Specialist

Need help now? Get expert advice from our online enrollment specialist.

EMAIL [email protected] TO SPEAK TO AN ONLINE ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST

Success Coaching for Online Majors

1:1 Success Coaching for MSU Denver Online English Degree Students

In the Office of Online Learning, your dedicated Student Success Coach is here to support you. We focus on helping you develop essential skills in our 5 Success Coaching Zones:

  • Growth Roadmapping
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Online Learning Strategies & Study Skills
  • Network of Resources
  • Stress Management, Wellness, & Self-Care

EMAIL [email protected] TO LEARN MORE ABOUT STUDENT SUCCESS COACHING

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