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Q&A How hard would it be to find writing jobs with an English degree?

I would love to work as a technical writer, copy editor, journalist, or whatever--as long as it's related to writing. I would especially love to freelance and complete contracts every day. So, I've...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by user22102‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

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#2: Initial revision by user avatar user22102‭ · 2019-12-08T05:42:50Z (over 4 years ago)
I would love to work as a technical writer, copy editor, journalist, or whatever--as long as it's related to writing. I would especially love to freelance and complete contracts every day. So, I've been thinking of getting an English BA with an emphasis on creative writing from [National University](http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/CollegeOfLettersAndSciences/ArtsAndHumanities/Programs/Bachelor-Arts-English.html), as the university would accept me and their program looks solid.

However, I'm not sure if employers would frown upon the university name, and it's not that highly ranked, but I am considering transferring to University of Iowa (the best writing program in the states) that holds a name, but it would be x2 more expensive which would put me in debt.

Is it worth the financial investment? If I can't find a job after graduation but could make at least $1,500/month freelance writing and completing contracts with the degree, then it would be worth it for me.

#1: Imported from external source by user avatar System‭ · 2016-11-02T09:49:58Z (over 7 years ago)
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