Overview

About the program

Emerson College's residential Publishing and Writing program allows you to explore all facets of publishing in the publishing hub of Boston, from writing to editing, production to design, marketing to publicity, management to entrepreneurship. You'll be taught and mentored by faculty with significant industry experience.

Program highlights include:

A dynamic curriculum that builds a solid foundation of skills in book, magazine, and digital publishing
An emphasis on hands-on learning, with options such as working on the Emerson College-owned digital publication The Independent and with community partners (current and former partners include The Boston Globe Magazine, Bookbuilders of Boston, and Artists for Humanity)
Internship opportunities at a wide variety of publishers (such as children's and adult trade, academic, magazine media, and news) and publishing-related firms
The option to take courses in creative writing, literature, and teaching college composition
Study full-time or part-time in person on our beautiful Boston campus
Most classes, whether in-person or online, are offered in the evening to maximize flexibility
Access to a vast, successful alumni network

Programme Structure

Courses offered include:

Magazine Publishing Overview
Book Publishing Overview
Electronic Publishing Overview
Content Strategy
The Editor/Writer Relationship
Book Design and Production
Publishing Marketing and Sales
Web Development for Digital Publishing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

40 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Disciplines

Creative Writing Publishing View 404 other Masters in Creative Writing in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts: All non-U.S. transcripts must be sent to an evaluation agency.

Applicants whose native language is not English must provide evidence of English proficiency by submitting official TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or Pearson test results.

Three letters of recommendation.

There is one required essay for this program, which can be submitted online with your application.

Applicants must submit either a writing sample or a portfolio that shows proficiency in their area(s) of interest.

Professional resume.

Tuition Fee

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International

28040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1402 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

28040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1402 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

28040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1402 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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MPOWER Financing Student Loans between $2,001 - $100,000

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Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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