Eastern Kentucky University

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, including poetry, fiction, and nonfiction

Format: Online

Program Description:

One of the most affordable and progressive brief-residency programs in the nation, we are:

. A small and very intimate writing community
. Devoted to your creative and professional success

The MFA in Creative Writing at EKU is an innovative and exciting choice for your studies:

. Online workshops (conducted live, via web conference call)
. One-on-one mentoring programs
. Web-based courses in contemporary literature

Residency programs in Scotland (Summer) and Lexington, Kentucky (Winter), provide intensive, culturally enriching writing experiences:

. Work with nationally known visiting writers
. Earn a semester's worth of course credit in 2 weeks or less
. Participate in workshops, readings, and author socials
. Network with faculty, visiting writers, and peers

Accreditation:

The MFA Program is housed within the Department of English and Theatre at Eastern Kentucky University, a fully-accredited institution of higher learning located in Richmond, Kentucky. Since its inception in 2007, the program has been an ongoing supporting member of the Association of Writing Programs.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants should submit a portfolio of work in their preferred creative genre, or combination of genres (poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction). Writing samples should be sent directly, as a Word attachment, to the program coordinator at eng.mfa@eku.edu. The writing sample should consist of: 1) Approximately 15 pages of poetry or 20 pages of prose (fiction and creative nonfiction) and 2) A two-page statement of purpose addressing the applicant’s reasons for applying to the program. Please visit http://www.english.eku.edu/mfa/prog_admission.php for more detailed requirements.

# of Credits Required:

48

International Student Requirements:

Requirements for admission are the same as for domestic students. All classes may be taken online, except the student must be able to attend summer and winter residencies in person.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$517 USD

Tuition In-State Full Time:

12408 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

12408 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Distant Town

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999