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The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is a full-time two-year low-residency program of study leading to the master’s degree in genres of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting/playwriting. Within these genres, students also have the option to pursue concentrations in publishing/editing, spiritual writing, or literary health and healing. With a highly qualified and supportive faculty, a program that is both rigorous and adaptable, a setting that is inspirational, and a nurturing writing community, Fairfield helps writers of all ages and backgrounds develop their ability. Students spend the program’s nine-day residencies at Ender’s Island, situated on eleven acres off the coast of Connecticut. The island location assures the peace and quiet that provides the introspection needed to write, as well as the feeling of community that helps many writers grow in their craft. Residencies are also available in Galway and Florence. During their four residencies, students take workshops, seminars, and lectures designed to provide both a rigorous theoretical basis for writing as well as a practical, hands-on experience. They are joined by editors from prestigious New York trade houses and representatives from literary agencies who meet individually with students and lead panel discussions about the nuts and bolts of getting published. Between residencies, students work independently by mail and e-mail with a faculty mentor on a curriculum designed in conjunction with the mentor, which includes regular reading and writing assignments. Our post-grad teacher-training program has helped students land teaching positions at the college level. Our new Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) option offers highly qualified students the opportunity to receive up to one full semester credit for the work they have already written or published. Students receiving the PLA can finish the MFA in three semesters instead of four.
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
The Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing is a full-time two-year low-residency program of study leading to the master’s degree in genres of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting/playwriting. Within these genres, students also have the option to pursue concentrations in publishing/editing, spiritual writing, or literary health and healing. With a highly qualified and supportive faculty, a program that is both rigorous and adaptable, a setting that is inspirational, and a nurturing writing community, Fairfield helps writers of all ages and backgrounds develop their ability. Students spend the program’s nine-day residencies at Ender’s Island, situated on eleven acres off the coast of Connecticut. The island location assures the peace and quiet that provides the introspection needed to write, as well as the feeling of community that helps many writers grow in their craft. Residencies are also available in Galway and Florence. During their four residencies, students take workshops, seminars, and lectures designed to provide both a rigorous theoretical basis for writing as well as a practical, hands-on experience. They are joined by editors from prestigious New York trade houses and representatives from literary agencies who meet individually with students and lead panel discussions about the nuts and bolts of getting published. Between residencies, students work independently by mail and e-mail with a faculty mentor on a curriculum designed in conjunction with the mentor, which includes regular reading and writing assignments. Our post-grad teacher-training program has helped students land teaching positions at the college level. Our new Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) option offers highly qualified students the opportunity to receive up to one full semester credit for the work they have already written or published. Students receiving the PLA can finish the MFA in three semesters instead of four.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, United States
24 monthsProgram duration
Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Tuition fee and scholarships
Scholarships
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
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A list of available scholarships around the world
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