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403 Master's degrees in Creative Writing in North America
University of Missouri - Kansas City4,4(7)
Kansas City, United States Top 5% in Worldwide Creative Writing and Media Arts - Poetry
The Creative Writing and Media Arts - Poetry at University of Missouri - Kansas City graduates will show mastery of storytelling craft through the creation of a full-length manuscript of poetry, fiction that: a) is structurally sound; b) is polished and complete; c) has a distinct voice and/or vision.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$28,371/yr
University of Southern Maine5,0(1)
Gorham, United States Creative Writing
Creative Writing is offered by University of Southern Maine. Earn your MFA in 2 years through our low-residency program: Complete independent writing projects from wherever you are, and join us for two separate 10-day residencies.
M.F.A. Full-time Blended
2 years$7,220/yr
Mississippi University for Women
Columbia, United States Creative Writing
Creative Writing from Mississippi University for Women is a 48-hour program that can be completed in two to three years (or longer if students choose to attend part time). Students take online classes, combined with two types of brief residency classes.
M.F.A. Full-time +2 Blended
2 years$8,748/yr
Sarah Lawrence College4,7(3)
Bronxville, United States Creative Writing
Sarah Lawrence College’s nationally recognized MFA Creative Writing programme gives you the opportunity to work in close collaboration with faculty members who are both distinguished writers and devoted mentors.
M.F.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$37,226/yr
The University of Iowa4,3(3)
Iowa City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Nonfiction Writing
The MFA in English with a focus in Nonfiction Writing is awarded by the Graduate College. This master degree program is offered by The University of Iowa.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$32,776/yr
Lindenwood University3,6(5)
Saint Charles, United States Writing
The MFA in Writing program at Lindenwood University focuses on the study and practice of the craft of creative writing.
M.F.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +3
2 years$14,280/yr
Brown University4,5(15)
Providence, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Playwriting
The M.F.A. in Playwriting at Brown University is unique in its focus on writing in multiple genres (performance, theatre, media, installation, etc.). Deeply committed to global perspective, formal innovation and social change, Brown's program is truly unique.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$8,962/module
University of California, San Diego4,2(14)
San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Playwriting
The University of California, San Diego Playwriting MFA trains writers with bold, distinctive voices who tell compelling stories
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$29,532/yr
Stony Brook University4,4(14)
New York City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Creative Writing and Literature
Creative Writing and Literature from Stony Brook University emphasizes creative work in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$19,746/yr
New York University4,3(114)
New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Creative Writing
The Creative Writing MFA program offered at New York University consists of a vibrant community of writers working together in a setting that is both challenging and supportive.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$56,646/yr
The City University of New York4,2(40)
New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide English
The Master of Arts Program in English at The City University of New York offers the following four concentrations: Literature, Writing and Rhetoric, Creative Writing--Poetry, and Creative Writing--Fiction.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$12,825/yr
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)4,4(64)
Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide Science Writing
The Science Writing program of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is an opportunity to contribute to public understanding of science, medicine, engineering, and technology.
M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$64,310/yr
Liberty University4,2(26)
Online Composition (Online)
Are you passionate about the English language? Are you interested in helping others learn to communicate effectively and persuasively? If so, then Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Composition (Online) degree programme is a good next step for your education and your career.
M.A. Part-time Online
1½ year$15,480/yr
Hollins University4,0(1)
Roanoke, United States Children’s Book Writing and Illustration
Children’s Book Writing and Illustration at Hollins University is the first of its kind in the country. Students who wish to attain a terminal degree to teach in higher education can immerse themselves in a concentrated creative environment, supported by a foundation of critical study in the appropriate genres and in the history of children’s literature.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$27,000/yr
Boston University4,1(85)
Boston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Playwriting
The MFA in Playwriting at Boston University is offered by the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences (GRS) in close collaboration with the College of Fine Arts (CFA) School of Theatre.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$33,382/yr
Hollins University4,0(1)
Roanoke, United States Creative Writing
Creative Writing students at Hollins University, like the professors, are unusually committed to a diversity of voices and literatures, contemporary and across the ages. They work successfully in and across every genre, including poetry, short fiction, novels, and creative nonfiction.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$23,200/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(210)
Online Top 0.5% in Worldwide Creative Writing (Distance)
The Creative Writing (Distance) is a studio program from University of British Columbia, with the writing workshop at its heart, the distance MFA focuses on the work created by students as the primary text. Through intensive peer critique and craft discussion, faculty and students work together with the same goal: literary excellence.
M.F.A. Full-time +2 Online
5 years$7,351/yr
University of South Carolina3,7(6)
Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Theatre
The Theatre MAT program offered at University of South Carolina prepares students seeking initial certification in theatre for careers in public education. Students participate in two extensive internships in public schools in addition to other teaching opportunities in combination with the coursework.
M.A.T. Full-time On-campus
1 year$29,760/yr
Saint Leo University4,4(19)
Online Creative Writing
The Creative Writing program at Saint Leo University is an advanced program that offers genre specializations in Poetry, Fiction, and Nonfiction.
M.A. Part-time Online
2 years$13,230/yr
Missouri State University3,6(5)
Online Technical and Professional Writing
Communicate clearly and concisely with solid content and supporting visuals. Technical and Professional Writing is offered at Missouri State University.
M.A. Part-time Online
1 year$13,002/yr