Cincinnati,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in English - Creative Writing in Cincinnati United States | University of Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati
|
Cincinnati United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,966
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
Our PhD program equips students for careers as both creative writers and scholars.
Classes such as Fiction/Poetry Technique & Form and Literary Essay, combined with workshops covering poetry, short stories, novels, creative nonfiction, and experimental writing, enhance students' artistic output while developing their capacity to discuss aesthetic concepts verbally and in writing.
The literature and theory curriculum provides core knowledge while allowing specialization. Our distinguished literature professors teach diverse courses spanning historical periods and thematic studies. Students may also pursue a graduate certificate in Translation and Translation Studies across disciplines.
The teaching preparation program trains students in composition instruction while exploring methods for teaching literature and creative writing. An optional course in creative writing pedagogy is also available.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All applications are given careful and individual review. In some cases, students who do not meet the required GPA scores may be admitted.
MFA or MA in English from an accredited university or college.
Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.75
(1) Three letters of recommendation (no form required): Recommenders will submit letters through the Online Application system.
(2) Unofficial Transcripts from all universities and/or colleges attended. These can be uploaded during your online application completion. Unofficial transcripts can take many forms, including a list of courses/grades from a previous academic institution's student portal, a copy of an official transcript, a picture of a transcript, or any other listing depicting your academic career.
Please note that although unofficial transcripts are highly recommended for the application, official transcripts will be required if admission is offered and you accept.
Creative writing sample (15-20 pages) - a chapter o
a novel, a short story or stories, or pages of poetry or creative nonfiction.
Critical writing sample - a literary analysis or a
research paper totaling 10-15 pages. Excerpts of longer work are acceptable.
Note: A PhD in creative writing involves doing a lot of literary criticism, were looking for your skills as a reader of other texts, were looking for the quality of your academic prose, and were looking for some indication of your general level of preparedness for that aspect of the degree. Please combine the creative writing sample and critical writing sample into one document.
The following exams and minimum scores are accepted as proof of English proficiency -
TOEFL minimum score of 80 iBT
In-person and at-home online exam scores accepted TOEFL Essentials and My Best Test scores are not accepted.
IELTS minimum score of 6.5 overall band.
In-person and at-home online exam scores accepted.
PTE minimum score of 54.
MFA or MA in English from an accredited university or college.
Minimum undergraduate GPA: 3.75
(1) Three letters of recommendation (no form required): Recommenders will submit letters through the Online Application system.
(2) Unofficial Transcripts from all universities and/or colleges attended. These can be uploaded during your online application completion. Unofficial transcripts can take many forms, including a list of courses/grades from a previous academic institution's student portal, a copy of an official transcript, a picture of a transcript, or any other listing depicting your academic career.
Please note that although unofficial transcripts are highly recommended for the application, official transcripts will be required if admission is offered and you accept.
Creative writing sample (15-20 pages) - a chapter o
a novel, a short story or stories, or pages of poetry or creative nonfiction.
Critical writing sample - a literary analysis or a
research paper totaling 10-15 pages. Excerpts of longer work are acceptable.
Note: A PhD in creative writing involves doing a lot of literary criticism, were looking for your skills as a reader of other texts, were looking for the quality of your academic prose, and were looking for some indication of your general level of preparedness for that aspect of the degree. Please combine the creative writing sample and critical writing sample into one document.
The following exams and minimum scores are accepted as proof of English proficiency -
TOEFL minimum score of 80 iBT
In-person and at-home online exam scores accepted TOEFL Essentials and My Best Test scores are not accepted.
IELTS minimum score of 6.5 overall band.
In-person and at-home online exam scores accepted.
PTE minimum score of 54.
Tuition
USD
24,966