Writing Emphasis Course

Every undergraduate student must complete at least one regular junior or senior-level upper-division course in their degree program that has a Writing Emphasis.

Writing emphasis courses assign writing as a tool for learning and promote writing development. In a Writing Emphasis course, at least 60% of the course grade must be based on written work. Such courses are identified with the phrase "Writing Emphasis Course" in the course description listed in the Catalog.

Related Guidelines & Links:

• Policy Amendment Memos:

  • Undergraduate General Education Requirements Amendment Memo (05/2025)