Creative Writing (NEOMFA) The University of Akron

Overview

The Creative Writing (NEOMFA) at The University of Akron offers a comprehensive professional environment for writers to refine their literary craft. This collaborative programme allows students to engage with a diverse community of faculty and peers across Northeast Ohio while pursuing a terminal degree in their chosen genre.

Students enrolled in this curriculum participate in intensive writing workshops and theoretical courses that challenge their creative boundaries. The programme is structured to balance original creative production with rigorous academic study, ensuring graduates possess both the artistic skills and the scholarly background necessary for professional success in the literary world.

The educational experience is further enhanced by the integration of literature courses and practical internship opportunities.

Why Creative Writing (NEOMFA) at The University of Akron?

This programme is distinguished by its unique consortium structure, involving a partnership between The University of Akron, Cleveland State University, Kent State University, and Youngstown State University. This collaboration grants students access to a vast network of faculty expertise and diverse literary perspectives across four major institutions.

The curriculum is specifically designed to foster high-level proficiency in fiction, poetry, drama, and creative non-fiction. By offering a terminal degree, the institution ensures that graduates are fully qualified for academic teaching positions and professional editorial roles, supported by the extensive facilities and libraries available through the participating universities.

Beyond the classroom, the programme emphasises real-world application through relevant internships. These placements allow students to gain hands-on experience in the literary and publishing sectors, building a professional portfolio that complements their creative thesis and academic achievements within the competitive field of creative writing.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 941 per credit
• National fee: USD 941 per credit
• Local fee: USD 621 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Fiction Writing
• Poetry Writing
• Drama Writing
• Creative Non-fiction
• Literature
• Craft and Theory
• Writing Workshops
• Internship

Careers with Creative Writing (NEOMFA)

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide range of professional paths within the creative industries and academia. As a terminal degree, it provides the necessary credentials for individuals seeking to teach creative writing or literature at the collegiate level, while also equipping them for roles in professional editing and publishing.

The skills developed during the programme are highly transferable to sectors such as communications, media, and arts administration. Alumni often find success as published authors, freelance writers, content strategists, and literary critics, leveraging the extensive network and practical experience gained through the consortium's diverse institutional partnerships.