The Writing Institute helps students of all skill levels move ahead in their writing; offers constructive, supportive, challenging responses to student writing in small classes (14 or fewer students); builds a collegial community of writers; energizes writers who feel stymied; and engages students in the genre or genres they find most enticing. Classes employ the workshop method. Through interaction with skilled faculty and students, participants become better thinkers, listeners, and writers.

Open House

Join us for an open house on Monday, February 1, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 45 Wrexham Road in Bronxville, NY. Meet the faculty, choose the workshop that is right for you, enjoy a light lunch, and converse with other writers. Call (914) 395-2205 or send an e-mail to cce@sarahlawrence.edu to let us know you’ll be attending. We look forward to hearing from you.

Spring 2010 Schedule

Spring 2010 workshops run from February 16 to May 3. See individual classes for exact dates. Any special arrangements for holidays will be made by class consensus at the first meeting of the workshop. View classes»

How to Enroll in The Writing Institute

Enroll in The Writing Institute online by clicking the "Register Online" link found in each class description. If you prefer to register by mail, please make your check payable to Sarah Lawrence College and enclose a registration form. (Please be advised that we cannot accept registrations over the phone, and we can only process credit card payments through the Web page.)

Deadlines and Refund Policy

The registration deadline for Spring workshops:
Thursday, February 8, 2010

• Withdrawal after first meeting: Full refund of current tuition cost
• Withdrawal after second meeting: 50% refund of current tuition cost
• Withdrawal after third meeting: No refund

The Writing Sample

If this is your first workshop at The Writing Institute and you would like to be considered for an advanced level class, please send a writing sample of three to five pages by e-mail to cce@sarahlawrence.edu or by mail to the address on the registration form. You may send something you have written for another purpose. Samples enable the teacher to plan the class around students’ interests and abilities.

Interested in Furthering Your Academic Pursuits?

The Center for Continuing Education (CCE) also offers a challenging and rewarding BA program for returning adults. You can work at your own pace, and you’ll benefit from the support and individual attention of our faculty.