BFA with an Emphasis in Writing in Chicago United States | School of the Art Institute of Chicago

School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Chicago United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 55,440
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Writing Department at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) unites a vibrant community of writers and creatives within one of America's most prestigious art and design institutions. Our program attracts students who flourish in demanding, independent, and innovative settings where literary arts remain dynamic and unrestricted. Unlike traditional writing programs, SAIC's unique approach fosters collaboration between writers and visual artists, supported by an accomplished faculty with wide-ranging artistic and scholarly pursuits.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago considers students who have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent for admission. Your counselor may submit your transcript through the Common Application, Parchment, email or mail.
If your high school diploma(s), certificate(s), or transcript(s) are in a language other than English, please include officially translated transcripts. We recommend students consider and use credential evaluation services that are members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
All admission decisions are subject to evaluation of final high school transcripts, which must be received by August 15 for fall and January 15 for spring.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): minimum 82 Internet Based
TOEFL Essentials: minimum 9
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): minimum 6.5
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): minimum 55
Duolingo: 110
International Baccalaureate (IB): 6 college credits for any International Baccalaureate (IB) score of 4-7 at the Higher Level (HL) only up to a maximum total of 12 credit hours.

Tuition USD 55,440

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