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- Employment of editors is expected to grow, especially for newspapers, periodicals, book publishers, and nonprofit organizations.
- In 2004, the middle 50% of editors earned between $33,130 and $58,850.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
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If you are familiar with the program and application process, you can apply online, or print an application form now.
Admission Requirements
Successful editors are avid readers and practical writers who have a solid command of reading comprehension, grammar, and English language skills as demonstrated in the letter of application and résumé. Computer proficiency includes access to a computer and email, the ability to send and receive attachments, and familiarity with Microsoft Word.
English Proficiency: Students who are non-native English speakers are expected to have adequate English language proficiency. For details, see English Language Guidelines.
International Students: This program does not qualify as full-time study, and therefore does not meet requirements for an F-1 visa. However, if you are an F-1 student currently enrolled full-time in another program, OR you are in the U.S. on some other type of visa (not F-1), you may be eligible to take a certificate program or course. For complete details, or to contact an adviser, see Visa Information.
Technical Requirements
Students in this combined classroom and online learning program interact with the instructor and each other largely through the class web site, e-mail, and web-based discussion forums, with phone conferencing and other audio and video media as appropriate. Our online courses are designed to be viewed with Internet Explorer 6+ and Firefox 1+ (Windows and Mac), and often contain components that require Flash Player 9+. We cannot ensure that our courses can be viewed with other browsers and we do not have the resources to troubleshoot problems that may arise using Linux or other operating systems.
We recommend your Internet Connectivity (LAN/Modem) be 384 Kbps or greater; 56K is required (Students using dial-up may experience connection performance problems when watching videos or attending online meetings.)
In addition to the basic requirements, for some courses you may need PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat 5+, Visio, Real Player, or Windows Media Player. Technical courses may require specialized software. If a course relies on software that is beyond these basic technology requirements, the software will be described in the course introduction. To see the course introduction, go to our Online Learning courses and browse to the course description, where you'll find a link to the introduction.
Earning the Certificate
Students earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for all courses in this program. Standards and expectations for student work have been established by the instructors and advisory board. A significant amount of work outside of class is required; regular attendance and timely submission of all class assignments and projects are critical. To stay in the program and earn the certificate, participants are required to successfully complete a grammar test during the fall term.
Courses are arranged sequentially; participants must successfully complete each course each term before they can advance to the next term. Students earning the certificate are recognized during the annual UW Extension certificate awards ceremony.
International students are expected to have adequate English language proficiency and appropriate visa status before taking courses. For English language guidelines and visa information, see the International and English Language Programs page.
Application Process
The Winter 2010 program begins in January 2010. Applications for this program are now being accepted and will be reviewed in the order they are received starting October 8 through December 3, 2009. After December 3, 2009, you are encouraged to call 206-685-8936 or e-mail us to learn if a program is still accepting applications.
To Apply: You can apply online, or submit an application form with a $50 certificate program fee* and two stapled application sets, which include the following clearly labeled documents:
- A typed (250-word maximum) letter of application describing a) your relevant work and volunteer experience, and/or transferable skills and knowledge of the field, and b) how you expect the program will help you meet your professional goals
- Your résumé listing education and applicable experience; be sure to note any substantial study of grammar and editing experience, detailing actual skills or duties performed and length of time
Application Review: Applications are evaluated by a review committee designated by the advisory board. Selection of program participants is based on admission requirements. Applicants receive written notification of their acceptance or non-acceptance within two weeks after their application is received.
Enrollment: Applicants accepted to the program receive enrollment information for the first-term course and are encouraged to make their fall tuition payment early. Enrollment in the program is on a first-come, first-served basis, upon receipt of the first-term tuition payment.
Waitlist: Some programs maintain a waitlist for applicants accepted after the program has reached enrollment capacity. If space becomes available, waitlisted applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to enroll. If space does not become available, waitlisted applicants will be offered a space in the next program offering.
* The certificate program fee is not refundable and does not guarantee admission to, or enrollment in, the program.
Fees and Tuition
Tuition is payable on a term-by-term basis. Tuition for the entire program of four required courses is $2,114 excluding certificate program and registration fees and textbooks. There is a $50 nonrefundable certificate program fee to apply to this program and a $35 nonrefundable registration fee each term. First-term tuition of $762, plus the nonrefundable registration fee, is due by December 20, 2008. The University's tuition exemption policy does not apply to this program. Fees and tuition are subject to change.
Information on registration and refund policies and procedures is included with registration materials.
Refunds
For complete refund and withdrawal policies, please refer to Student Information & Services.
Cancellations
UW Extension reserves the right to cancel programs or classes with low enrollment.
