by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Iowa ranks among other schools offering degrees in writing.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for writing majors, Iowa came in at #13. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study.
In 2021, 54 students received their master’s degree in writing from Iowa. This makes it the #10 most popular school for writing master’s degree candidates in the country.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the writing majors at University of Iowa.
For the most recent academic year available, 37% of writing master's degrees went to men and 63% went to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Iowa with a master's in writing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 24 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 7 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| English Literature (Other) | 161 |
| General English Literature | 95 |
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