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Hollins University Hollins University Playwriting P.O. Box 9603 Roanoke, VA 24020-1603 US   Phone: 1-540-362-6575 Fax: 1-540-362-6288   Visit Program Website At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's M.F.A. in Playwriting On Campus   The M.F.A. program in playwriting is designed for those interested in playwriting as well as those who want an academic study of theatre with the playscript as the central foundation. This unique summer program, with its emphasis on both scholarly research and creative writing, will enable graduates of the program to: write and articulate clear, perceptive, and informed analyses of dramatic texts; produce dramatic works of the highest quality; pursue careers in such professions as dramatic writing, dramaturgy, literary management, and arts instruction. Hollins offers an intensive, supportive, and challenging atmosphere that encourages academic excellence, a spirit of independent inquiry, a free exchange of ideas, and a love of learning. Our faculty of productive scholars and visiting faculty of established artists work together to help students achieve their academic, professional, and artistic goals.     Accreditation Information: Hollins University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097).  # Of Credits Required: 60  Time To Degree: three to five summers    Previous Degrees Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. They must give evidence, by undergraduate record, submission of manuscripts, and letters of recommendation, of their capacity to undertake the program.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements In addition to the application requirements for all students, international students who are not native speakers of the English language are required to submit the TOEFL test scores and the proficiency in English form. Additionally, all international students are required to submit the Certification of Finances form indicating their ability to pay tuition, fees, housing, and other expenses related to the program and their course of study.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: None Required Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Clinical Internship:   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement There is no foreign language requirement for this program.  Other Requirements Successful completion of a final comprehensive exam is required.    Cost Per Credit Hour: $ 620.00  Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 81  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 182  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $530  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $12480  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable       2/15/2010 MFA in Playwriting Application Deadline The application deadline for the M.F.A. in Playwriting at Hollins University is February 15 annually. Qualified applicants may be considered after that date depending on availability of space within the program.     Visit Program Website