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The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is tailored for individuals dedicated to a career in writing. This three-year graduate program offers intensive courses in writing, language, and literature, along with studies in a complementary discipline. Consistently ranked among the nation's top ten creative writing programs, its alumni have earned prestigious honors like the Whiting Award, NBA's 5 Under 35, Stegner Fellowships, and numerous McKnight Fellowships. Graduates pursue successful careers in writing, editing, teaching, arts administration, and media.
The preferred undergraduate GPA for admittance to the program is 3.00.
The program does not require a graduate degree for admission.
English Language Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL iBT – Total Score: 79; Writing Subscore: 21; Reading Subscore: 19; IELTS Academic – Total Score: 6.5; Writing Subscore: 6.5; Reading Subscore: 6.5; Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE Academic) – Total Score: 59; Writing Subscore: 59; Reading Subscore: 59; Cambridge Assessment English (CAE) C1 Advanced – Total Score: 180; Writing Subscore: 180; Reading Subscore: 180.