SHOULD YOU STUDY CREATIVE WRITING? || an honest chat about the pros & cons of the major

If you're considering a degree in creative writing, and you're wondering whether or not it's worth it, I wanted to shed some light on some of the best — and worst — aspects of the major. Hopefully this will help inspire (and not deter) you from doing it!! timestamps ☀️ 0:00 introduction 0:30 my background + courses 1:13 why I chose creative writing 1:48 requirements for the major 2:15 does creative writing have a bad reputation? 4:13 is creative writing actually easy? 5:42 should you double-major? 6:17 a day in the life of a creative writing major 8:20 do creative writing classes prep you for a career? 9:05 which internships can a creative writing major do? 9:50 does creative writing provide job security? 10:44 can creative writing get you a high salary? 11:06 the worst aspects of studying creative writing 12:31 the best aspects of studying creative writing 13:40 my regrets 14:19 advice for prospective students 14:37 is creative writing worth it? about me 🌷 I’m Makayla! I’m twenty-one years old and a fourth year at the University of Chicago. I’m studying Creative Writing for my major and Astronomy and Astrophysics for my minor, and I also like to read and cook in my free time. I grew up in Maine and studying has always been one of my favorite pastimes, so that’s why you’ll find a whole bunch of college vlogs, study motivation, book recommendations, and academic tips on my channel. You’re in good company if you’re into these things, so subscribe for more productivity content! say hi to me 🥑 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makayla_mac... Goodreads:   / makaylamacgregor   Email: [email protected] sub count 📚 6.87K music used 🍄 Music by Sonic Nothing - Blush - https://thmatc.co/?l=BD16E301