Overview
Key facts:
- The University of Akron, Cleveland State University, Kent State University, and Youngstown State University offer jointly the MFA in Creative Writing.
- Through extensive practice in workshops and craft and theory courses, students in the Creative Writing (NEOMFA) program of The University of Akron will develop their creative writing abilities while also studying literature and completing a relevant internship.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Writers on Writing
- Film and Literature
- Management Reports
- Autobiographical Writing
- Autobiography as Literature
- Theories of Composition
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Creative Writing Literature View 383 other Masters in Creative Writing in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Students must be accepted by the Graduate School at The University of Akron or one of the other three participating universities.
- They must also submit three letters of recommendation, transcripts, and a writing portfolio.
- The portfolio will be reviewed by an admissions committee of members from all four universities. Application materials must be submitted by January 15.
Tuition Fee
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International
22410 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 747 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
22410 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 747 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
13260 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 442 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Akron
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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