Introduction to Creative Writing
The Creative Writing Program offers sections of Introduction to Creative Writing during the fall and spring semesters. Each section of EN 202 is limited to fifteen students; these courses do not utilize a waitlist and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The course is a workshop-based creative writing course in which students will create original work, offer feedback to peers, and receive feedback from peers and their instructor.
Please note that EN 202 does not satisfy the College of Arts and Sciences writing requirement. EN 202 is not a prerequisite for any of the advanced writing classes, though we do recommend it to students who wish to pursue further creative work in the program. EN 202 may only be taken once for credit, but may be taken for a total of two times (with the second instance not counting for credit).
Because admission to any of the advanced courses is not guaranteed, we recommend that you register for 202 prior to submitting a portfolio for one of the advanced writing classes. As seats in creative writing courses are limited, students may apply to the advanced courses as often as they wish. You will only increase your chances of being accepted by doing so.
In Spring 2026, the following sections of EN 202 will be offered:
Advanced Undergraduate Creative Writing Courses
Advanced creative writing courses in either poetry (EN 304 in the fall, EN 403 in the spring) or fiction (EN 305 in the fall, and EN 405 in the spring) are usually offered each semester. Seats in these courses are limited to twelve per section, and are offered to students on a selective/competitive basis. These courses are workshop-based. Students must submit a sample of their creative work to the course instructor or the Creative Writing administrator before the start of classes. As with EN 202, each of these courses may be taken up to two times, but only the first instance will count for credit.
To apply to EN 403, please send a sample of your own original poetry (maximum 5 poems, compiled into one PDF or Word document) to crwr@bu.edu by 12/15/25.
In Spring 2026, one section of EN 403 will be offered:
| Course No. | Course Title | Instructor | Day/Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAS EN 403 | Advanced Writing of Poetry | Annaka Saari | Th 6:30PM-9:15PM | EGL 222 |
Concentration in Creative Writing
There is presently no major or minor in creative writing at the undergraduate level. However, for students majoring or minoring in English, or pursuing a creative writing concentration in COM, any advanced creative writing course (EN 304, 305, 306, or 405, including MET courses) may count for concentration credit.
You may take any creative writing course (EN 202 – EN 405) only once for credit. However, should you want to work with a different instructor, or work with a favorite instructor again, each course may be taken up to two times; the second instance will not be counted for credit. Please consult your advisors about any courses you plan to take; the Creative Writing Program cannot be held responsible for the degree progress or minor/major requirements of individual undergraduate students.