Mount Pleasant,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Creative Writing in Mount Pleasant United States | Central Michigan University
Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Hone your creative skills and assemble a collection of short stories, novel excerpts, poetry, creative nonfiction pieces, or a mix of these forms. Pursuing a graduate degree in Creative Writing equips you to teach English at community colleges, get your work published, or pursue advanced studies in MFA and PhD programs. For current secondary school English teachers, this degree deepens your expertise in the field.
A Creative Writing master's program is perfect for individuals passionate about writing who want to refine their craft, as well as those aiming to apply for advanced degrees, publish their work, enter the workforce, teach at community colleges, or enhance the skills of K-12 educators seeking professional development.
Your final project will be a curated portfolio showcasing your best work across various genres. You'll collaborate with acclaimed faculty, network with established writers, and form lasting bonds with fellow students.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Some programs have additional requirements, such as a higher GPA, prerequisite courses or test scores
GPA: 3.0 (and 3.0 in major)
To become a candidate for the degree of Master of Arts in Creative Writing, a student normally will be expected to have had an undergraduate major or minor in English with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a four point scale and a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Applicants who do not meet these criteria are still encouraged to apply and can be admitted based on the portfolio. For applicants whose native language is not English, a TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT) and a TWE of at least 5, or a MELAB of 85, are required for admission.
Some programs have additional requirements, such as a higher GPA, prerequisite courses or test scores
GPA: 3.0 (and 3.0 in major)
To become a candidate for the degree of Master of Arts in Creative Writing, a student normally will be expected to have had an undergraduate major or minor in English with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a four point scale and a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Applicants who do not meet these criteria are still encouraged to apply and can be admitted based on the portfolio. For applicants whose native language is not English, a TOEFL score of 550 (213 CBT) and a TWE of at least 5, or a MELAB of 85, are required for admission.
Tuition
USD
18,000