English (Creative Writing): MFA
Graduate Program in English - MFA
- Deadline
- Jan. 15
- Degree
- Master of Fine Arts
- Residency
- 1 semester minimum
The English MFA (Creative Writing) program offers a practice-based, two-year arts curriculum. Students specialize in poetry or prose, and take courses in their selected genre as well as literature courses, practicums, and electives. The program fosters student literary development and production, while also preparing students professionally for careers in writing, education, and publishing through a range of editorial and teaching opportunities.
Last updated: 09/28/2026
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Paul Cunningham
Creative Writing Program Manager
Phone: (574) 631-2569
Email: pcunnin1@nd.edu