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MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing

Location

Lincoln Park Campus, Chicago, United States
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

18,915 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

4Scholarships

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

DePaul University's MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing offers aspiring writers an immersive experience in crafting novels, memoirs, poetry, or short stories across genres. Under the guidance of accomplished authors and poets, students delve into courses covering Copyediting, Book Publicity, Book Design, Teaching Creative Writing, and Teaching English, providing pathways into publishing or teaching careers. The program culminates with a master’s thesis of publishable quality, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills and portfolio necessary for success in the literary field. Optional graduate certificates in TESOL, Teaching English in Two-Year Colleges, and Digital Humanities further enhance career prospects and educational expertise.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

DePaul University's MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing offers aspiring writers an immersive experience in crafting novels, memoirs, poetry, or short stories across genres. Under the guidance of accomplished authors and poets, students delve into courses covering Copyediting, Book Publicity, Book Design, Teaching Creative Writing, and Teaching English, providing pathways into publishing or teaching careers. The program culminates with a master’s thesis of publishable quality, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills and portfolio necessary for success in the literary field. Optional graduate certificates in TESOL, Teaching English in Two-Year Colleges, and Digital Humanities further enhance career prospects and educational expertise.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
80+
53+
115+
A bachelor's degree or equivalent is required for admission to graduate programs.

2 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
18,915 USD
International
18,915 USD

Scholarships

Tuition Award

Tuition Award
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$6300

Deadline

15 Jun 2028

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Graduate Presidential Scholarship

Graduate Presidential Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$12000

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15 Jun 2027

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Dean's Scholarship

Dean's Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$6000

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15 Jun 2028

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CDM Presidential Scholarship

CDM Presidential Scholarship
Master Open

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$6000

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15 Jun 2027

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