MFA (Master of Fine Arts) in Creative Writing

An MFA in Creative Writing is a graduate degree focused on refining a writer's craft across genres such as fiction, poetry, or nonfiction. It involves intensive workshop-based education where students compose, revise, and critique their own and others’ work under the guidance of experienced faculty. The program emphasizes developing a unique voice, understanding literary techniques, and preparing for a professional writing career or further scholarly pursuits. Typically lasting two years, it combines practical writing experience with mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to literary traditions and publishing practices.