Overview

The MFA for Poets and Writers at University of Massachusetts Amherst champions the creation of new and important writing, and for over fifty years has been a place for writers to concentrate on their work and to write their books.

Our Community

In the UMass Amherst MFA for Poets & Writers, you'll be part of a vibrant local writing community. That includes internships, publications, reading series, festivals, and so much more.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Writing Workshops

Literature Requirement

Thesis Credits

Individualized Study

Poetry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amherst Center, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Creative Writing Literature View 385 other Masters in Creative Writing in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form.

Curriculum Vitae with academic history, relevant work experience, and any additional information relevant to potential as a writing teacher.

Two Letters of Recommendation. Letters submitted as part of your general MFA application will be transferred automatically to the Writing Program. Those with teaching experience are encouraged to send an additional letter referring to this work.

Sample of Academic Writing (min. 1,500 words). This is separate from your Original Manuscript.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37269 USD / year

≈ 37269 USD / year
Out-of-State

37269 USD / year

≈ 37269 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17969 USD / year

≈ 17969 USD / year

Additional Details

Regional: $32,772

Living costs

Amherst Center

United States

1228 - 2543 USD / month

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

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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