I have no idea how worthwhile creative writing classes are; my guess it depends as much on the student and whether he can learn that way as it does onthe class. That said, I'm told that Grinell (sp?) College in Iowa has good creative writing classes, as does the University of Iowa (which also has Joe Haldeman, unless I'm mistaken). If I had it to do over again, I wouldn't take creative writing in college (which I didn't anyway), but I would take a whole lot of history. But that's just me. I certainly applaud your desire to do something you love, rather than spending your time at college concentrating on money. It's always possible to make a living (unless you happen to be a total space-case, like me) one way or another. Passion should be nurtured, even if it's only indulged in on weekends and evenings. Best of luck to you. On Sun, 2004-12-12 at 19:01, Hans Schweitzer wrote: > Forgive me for something extremely off topic but Steves web log got me thinking. > > I am a high school senior and as the fate of all such people I am stuck with the perilous question of where to go to college. I finished my applications on Friday. As I completed the application process, it occurred to me that Ive been thinking far too much, about what is practical than what I will enjoy. I stumbled across Brust in 3rd grade and since then have had a deep love for reading and later writing fantasy. I however, dont have the guts to write professionally. I figure that many people on this list have taken creative writing courses. Were these courses worthwhile? Where are the best creative writing programs? If I was confident that I would get something out of these classes except for enjoyment, I might be able to think more about doing something I love rather than doing something for financial motives. > > > > --------------------------------- > Do you Yahoo!? > The all-new My Yahoo! What will yours do?