The Scientific and Technical Writing (STW) major at West Virginia University prepares students for careers as professional writers, editors, researchers, and communication specialists in science, industry, and related fields. The program emphasizes analytical, interpretive, and creative problem-solving skills, equipping students with advanced research and writing competencies essential for technical documentation, scientific communication, and academic pursuits.

  • Morgantown, West Virginia, United States
  • 4 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹12,06,917/Year

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Program Overview

The Scientific and Technical Writing (STW) major at West Virginia University prepares students for careers as professional writers, editors, researchers, and communication specialists in science, industry, and related fields. The program emphasizes analytical, interpretive, and creative problem-solving skills, equipping students with advanced research and writing competencies essential for technical documentation, scientific communication, and academic pursuits.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

TOEFL®

61.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2025-08-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-05-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-01-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Jun-25

Programme Structure

Course include:The Writing of Health and MedicineRhetoric and SciencePublic and Professional WritingEditingGrant Proposal WritingForensic Linguistics

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

GPA
2.5

English Language Requirements

TOEFL®
61.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for admission. English proficiency is required, with options for conditional admission and enrollment in the Intensive English Program (IEP). Some engineering majors may have capacity restrictions. Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT) are required for direct admission to certain colleges and majors, and are encouraged for international students to support scholarship eligibility. Additional program-specific requirements should be reviewed accordingly.

Course Fees

₹12,06,917/Year
Annual Fee

4 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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