Overview

The Theatre - Playwriting MFA program offered at University of Texas at Austin aims to develop each step of the writer's process, from the initial conception of new work, through development and revision to production and further professional growth.

Targeted courses in entrepreneurship, devised work, collaboration and advanced story-making for the stage provide the cornerstone of a program that seeks to incite and inspire the next generation of American theatre makers.

Key Facts

In addition, the university offers the only M.F.A. in Theatre (Playwriting) program in the country to provide specific coursework, professional counseling and practical experience in the teaching of playwriting in both academic and community environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Playwriting Workshops
Narrative Strategies: Time and Adaptation
Devising
New Play Dramaturgy
Entrepreneurship in the Performing Arts
Pedagogy for Writing and Performance
Advanced Collaboration Workshop

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Austin, United States

Disciplines

Creative Writing Literature Drama View 385 other Masters in Creative Writing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must submit transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, both at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Three letters of recommendation: These letters should be written by those who can speak most authoritatively about your background, training, professional experience and potential for a career in your chosen area of specialization in theatre.
Professional Résumé
Statement of Purpose: This two-page statement purpose should outline educational and professional goals, philosophy and/or personal theatre aesthetic.
Two original and complete plays which show the range and depth of your capabilities. No collaborations or adaptations unless your contributions are clearly and specifically demonstrated. One of the works must be a "full length" play, in that it should stand alone as a significant theatre experience. One of your submitted plays may be a short play, but please no ten-minute plays, sketches or revue material.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19212 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19212 USD / year

≈ 19212 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10366 USD / year

≈ 10366 USD / year

Living costs

Austin

United States

1243 - 2304 USD / month

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