Overview

With electives in the study of creative non-fiction writing or screenwriting, creative writing techniques and genres, and the integration of seminars exploring faith and the arts, this flexible program will expand your horizons and help you take your writing to the next level.

Whether you want to publish your work, progress in your career or simply grow as an artist, Houston Christian University’s MA in Creative Writing provides the instruction and mentorship you need to thrive.

MA in Creative Writing Degree Highlights

30-hour, workshop-based MA degree in creative writing
100% online synchronous classes and workshops
Fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction writing workshops
Studies in foundational craft elements and literary genres
Supportive Christian environment emphasizing excellence and ethics
Small classes focused on mentorship

MA in Creative Writing Curriculum and Format

HCU’s 30-hour Master of Arts in Creative Writing degree is centered around the development of writing skills in writing workshops. Students establish a foundation with studies into poetic and fiction technique courses and apply their knowledge in core writing workshops. The Master of Arts in Creative Writing degree empowers students with electives to support their areas of interest.

The curriculum covers essential elements of craft while helping students refine their individual voices through intensive writing and feedback. Small classes allow for personalized attention from published faculty.

Students work closely with an advisor to select 18 credits of core workshops and technique classes in fiction and poetry. An additional 12 credits of electives allow further specialization.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Faith, Culture, and the Arts
Topics and Genres: Writers on Writing
Special Topics in Creative Writing
Poetic Techniques
Fiction Techniques
Creative Writing Workshop: Poetry

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

The application deadline for international students is at least two months before the national deadline.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

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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

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

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PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

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Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

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98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

All required academic admissions supplements for your desired degree plan
Foreign transcript evaluation of previous degrees awarded
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of your passport (valid 6 months in the future)
International Processing Fee
Financial documentation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18600 USD / full

≈ 18600 USD / full
Out-of-State

18600 USD / full

≈ 18600 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

18600 USD / full

≈ 18600 USD / full

Additional Details

International Fee $75 per semester

Funding

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MA in Creative Writing Degree Highlights

MA in Creative Writing Curriculum and Format

Programme Structure

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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