Typically they will indicate, "if you are submitting ACT, the writing section is required."
Most colleges and Universities that I know offer such.
For undergraduate degrees, most colleges and universities require the SAT as one of the entrance requirements for first time students. While most indicate the ACT, most schools do not require it, but state, if the ACT is submitted, the writing portion is required.
All colleges need to require a resume writing class before graduation.
Most colleges and universities have introduction to creative writing classes that anyone can enroll in. After you have taken the introduction classes, then you may enroll in more advanced classes involving creative writing.
Almost all Colleges and Universities have a Journalism Department. They typically are responsible for the school paper and the yearbook in addition to providing courses on writing and photography. There are a number that are very highly thought of. Your guidance counselor can help you find good resources.
The average SAT scores for University of Connecticut (UConn) are: Average SAT Verbal Score: 600, which is 85 higher than the average for all Colleges and Universities. Average SAT Math Score: 630, which is 110 higher than the average for all Colleges and Universities. Average SAT Writing Score: 615, which is 102 higher than the average for all Colleges and Universities.
The average SAT scores for University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) are: Average SAT Verbal Score: 495, which is 20 lower than the average for all Colleges and Universities. Average SAT Math Score: 500, which is 20 lower than the average for all Colleges and Universities. Average SAT Writing Score: 498, which is 15 lower than the average for all Colleges and Universities.
Your best option would be to take a writing, and or English course at a local or state college, because local and state colleges offer classes to residents at much lower prices than universities do.
College professors in major universities. are required to write papers and get them published. I do not know of any community colleges, high schools or public school systems that require the writing of papers. They may be required to write lessons plans or documents related to curriculum development or school administration.
Minimum Standards•Private colleges and universities normally require the SAT or ACT for admission••Cumulative High School GPA3.63*•Cumulative College GPA for Transfers3.0•SAT Composite (Writing excluded)1083-Critical Reading541-Math542ACT Composite24•ACT Composite24
Most colleges accept ACT with writing portion, so i would recommend taking it. It really depends on which college(s) you are applying to
Dublin's 3 main universities are:Trinity College DublinUniversity College DublinDublin City UniversityYou should check those out. Also check places like:Dublin Institute of TechnologyGriffith CollegeThere are many small independent colleges that will do courses in these areas too. Have a look at the links below to the colleges listed above.