Program Details
The creative writing program offers three areas of specialization or tracks: fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry.
- Location:
- Marquette, United States
- Program Type:
- Full Degree
- Degree Level:
- Master
- Specialty:
- Creative Writing
Program Overview
- Program Description:
- The English Department offers a master of fine arts degree in creative writing. The program offers three areas of specialization or tracks: fiction, creative non-fiction and poetry. The master of fine arts is a terminal degree that will serve students seeking careers in writing, higher education teaching, publishing and related fields. Candidates design, in consultation with the director of the MFA program and their adviser, a plan of study including workshops, courses and seminars at the 500 and 600 levels.
Additional Program Information
- Accreditation:
- Northern Michigan University is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504.
- Financial Aid:
- Yes
- Requirements:
- Applicants are required to comply with the regular admission requirements of the Office of Graduate Education. In addition, MFA candidates must comply with requirements specific to the MFA program: departmental MFA application form, a resume, three letters of recommendation, a statement of professional purpose, a critical paper, and a writing portfolio.
- International Requirements:
- International students are encouraged to apply at least one year in advance of anticipated attendance date.